Six Ways to Sell More Apples
A recipe for growing apple sales into a bigger piece of the produce pie. Gone are the days when apple growers and retailers valued fruit… Read More
Diane Smith
Michigan Apple Crop Arrives Early
The Michigan apple season is year-round, with each season having its own push. Due to weather conditions, the Michigan apple crop came in two weeks… Read More
Best Practices For Fall Merchandising
A changing season provides ample opportunity to drive sales with changeups in produce. Fall offers an opportune chance to promote produce. Yoke’s Fresh Markets in… Read More
Michigan Offers Powerhouse Supply of Fresh Produce
Michigan ranks the second most agriculturally diverse state in the nation. Originally printed in the June 2024 issue of Produce Business.
There’s More in the Midwest
The region is a vibrant source of produce, and is ‘local’ for many shoppers. Originally printed in the May 2024 issue of Produce Business.
Variety is the Spice of Life (and Apple Sales)
2023-24 apple production up 1.5%, so there are more opportunities for promotions this year. Originally printed in the January 2024 issue of Produce Business.
Michigan Apples are Primed for the New Season
Michigan has 14.9 million apple trees in commercial production, covering 34,500 acres on 775 family-run farms. Originally printed in the September 2023 issue of Produce… Read More
Fall Holiday Merchandising Fuels Produce Sales
Holidays like Labor Day, Halloween and Thanksgiving provide themes to sell fall produce. Originally printed in the August 2023 issue of Produce Business. Fall weather… Read More
Michigan Supplies Rich Variety of Produce
A unique climate along the Great Lakes, combined with nutrient-rich soil, create the ideal environment for growing fresh produce. Originally printed in the June 2023… Read More
Fresh Produce From the Midwest? Yes!
The Midwest’s strategic, center-of-the-country location is a two-way, buy-and-sell supply way. Originally printed in the May 2023 issue of Produce Business. The Midwest is famous… Read More