As retailers expanded the shelf space for organic produce over the years in response to increased demand from consumers, Los Angeles-based Progressive Produce has built a year-round program with a wide range of organic fruits, vegetables and herbs.

Under the Nature’s Bounty Organic brand, Progressive Produce offers:

Selling produce surely seems like a simple business to the average consumer. Product enters the supermarket and put on display. Then, customers seek out the highest-quality fruit and vegetable items. They prefer each apple or green pepper to be close to perfection — almost as though they were developed in a produce manufacturing facility. In other words, shoppers want fresh produce to exceed their expectations. 

Plant it, grow it, harvest it, pack it, ship it, receive it, deliver it, display it, sell it and struggle to make a profit. Then repeat.

In a year marked by celebration and sadness, Henry Avocado moved into a new era in the summer of 2025.

Founded by Charles and Florence Henry in 1925, the company’s centennial celebration was well under way this year when its president, Phil Henry, passed away in June. Vic Varvel succeeded Henry as president at Henry Avocado. Chris Varvel and Jon Ullrich now serve as co-CEOs to continue Henry’s legacy. “Fortunately, Phil had established the direction for current and future operations well in advance, which greatly helped the new management team,” Chris Varvel said.

The New York Apple Association’s The Big Flavor in the Big Apple campaign is making a bold statement with a 22-story digital billboard in Times Square. The billboard delivers an estimated 18 million impressions and reaches consumers through social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn.

As more families turn to local food banks for support, Food Lion is stepping up to meet an increased need for food assistance. The retailer has increased its donation to $1.6 million to nourish families and bring hope to communities across its 10-state operating area.

As the Florida fall season ramps up, Pioneer Growers Cooperative, one of the nation’s largest growers and shippers of sweet corn and a key supplier of a wide range of fresh vegetables, is excited for the season ahead.

Having celebrated its 75th anniversary earlier this year, the Belle Glade, FL-based cooperative continues to thrive through innovation, collaboration and a deep connection to the land.