Produce Gets Schooled in Lunch Programs
Nation’s school districts, industry organizations implement initiatives to introduce, grow and promote fruits and vegetables. It doesn’t take much to get the 48,000 students in… Read More
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Encouraging Kids to Snack On Fresh Produce
Five ways retailers can make fruits and veggies top of mind. The good news is kids are eating more fruit. The bad news is even… Read More
Indy Restaurants Old and New
The city of nearly 100 neighborhoods offers food experiences for everyone. Indianapolis provides visitors and locals with a variety of dining options. There’s the unique… Read More
Figs Gain Profitability
New packaging, increased varieties and a curious interest in fresh figs means retailers can see growing profit margins from these sweet treats. It’s hard to… Read More
Produce Distribution Is Entering the Information Age
Mobile Technology and hand-held devices will bring transactions and traceability into real-time. The demand for quick and accurate traceability to contain food safety threats opened… Read More
Maximizing California Grape Sales
Retailers can benefit from prominent display with a variety of quality product. Just as Georgia is known for its Vidalia onions and Washington for its… Read More
Peruvian Avocados Meet Exotic And Tasty Criteria
How using promotions that play off the fruit’s health benefits and taste can increase sales. The stars seem ideally aligned for Peruvian avocados to continue… Read More
Michigan Produce: Caters to Bevy of Outlets
The state’s farmers serve both national and local markets. Every summer and fall, Michigan farmers harvest the most squash and pickling cucumbers in the nation,… Read More
Produce Traceability Remains a Complex Challenge
Despite tremendous progress, there is still much work to do. Four years after the Produce Traceability Initiative (PTI) target date set by the Produce Marketing… Read More
The Ever-Debateable Dirty Dozen List
More dirt than dirty, the list grows detractors. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) recently issued its 20th annual “Dirty Dozen” list of fruits and vegetables… Read More