Wholesum launches new snacking tomatoes
Wholesum, a leader in organic produce innovation, is thrilled to announce the launch of its revolutionary new snacking tomato, Lil’Ones.
Plenty emerges from chapter 11, plans strawberry expansion
Plenty Unlimited Inc. announced that it has successfully emerged from chapter 11, after the U.S. Bankruptcy Court confirmed its plan.
The ‘Age of Intelligence’ offers an opportunity to advance food safety
The world is on the brink of significant transition due to the possibilities of AI – and the agriculture industry...
Online grocery sales projected to grow 5x faster than in-store
eGrocery is projected to increase at a CAGR of 8.9% – more than five times faster than the 1.7% rate...
Pacific Trellis partners with Mexican grape grower
Pacific Trellis Fruit Company announces a long-term joint venture agreement with Desert Ghost, a Hermosillo, Mexico, farming entity.
Village Farms divests produce business, enters joint venture
The transaction transforms Village Farms into a global cannabis expansion platform with ownership of 160 acres of greenhouse facilities.
USDA files PACA action against Washington company, June 2, 2025
USDA has filed an administrative complaint against Jaspo Inc. for alleged violations of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act.
USDA files PACA action against Texas firm, June 2, 2025
USDA has filed an administrative complaint against International Fresh Produce LLC for alleged violations of the PACA.
FDA still investigating multistate salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers
The FDA and CDC are investigating illnesses in a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Montevideo infections linked to cucumbers.
Prepare for the annual ‘Dirty Dozen’ release
Despite research showing it is scientifically unsupportable and negatively impacts consumers, the “Dirty Dozen” list will be released soon.
Idaho Potato Commission touts success of annual retail display contest
With a 22% boost in entries this year, the 2025 Idaho Potato Lovers Display Contest put the spotlight on even...
ProduceIQ: All eyes on the tropics as Atlantic hurricane season kicks off
The ProduceIQ Index dropped -8 percent over the past week, its steepest weekly decline this year, yet it remains at...
Cox Farms donates 1MM pounds of fresh produce
Cox Farms, the largest greenhouse operator in North America, has donated over 1 million pounds of fresh, greenhouse-grown produce.
Lineage begins search for new CFO
Lineage, Inc., the world’s largest global temperature-controlled warehouse REIT, announces the planned retirement of its CFO, Rob Crisci.
AGS and C&S partner to supply groceries offshore
Atlantic Grocery Supply and C&S Wholesale Grocers are partnering to provide wholesale supplies in the Caribbean, Central and South America.
Mission Produce shows mango bags boost volume sales
Mission Produce's 4-count Retail Ready Mango Bag hit shelves at retailers this winter—and it’s lifting the entire mango category.
The Produce Reporter Week in Review May 30, 2025
Pamela Riemenschneider returns to Week in Review to discuss the MAHA Report, tariffs in the produce department, and a cheeky...
Aldi U.S. promotes COO to CEO
Aldi announces that Atty McGrath, currently Chief Operating Officer, will assume the Aldi U.S. Chief Executive role.