Continuing to ramp up its volume of the red kiwifruit since bringing it to North America a decade ago, Red Passion, a leading grower, marketer and distributer of fresh produce from around the world, looks toward further expansion of this colorful and flavorful fruit. 

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has imposed sanctions on three produce businesses — La Familia Produce, The Avo King and Flagler Palm Coast Farmers Market — for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce they purchased and failing to pay reparation awards issued under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act. These sanctions include suspending the businesses’ PACA licenses and barring the principal operators of the businesses from engaging in PACA-licensed business or other activities without approval from USDA.

At Cambridge Farms, when it comes to the potato market, it is all about the deep and sustained relationships with growers and how they help the company to stand out amongst its competition.

Veganism has become a global movement celebrated for its health benefits, eco-friendliness and delicious recipes. However, many people are still unsure about how to start cooking their own homemade vegan food or have concerns about missing out on their favorite flavors. The truth is, with a little guidance, a dash of creativity and the right fresh ingredients, anyone can enjoy the benefits of a vegan diet without ever sacrificing flavor.

In looking at anticipated consumer food and health trends for 2024, Laurentia Romaniuk, Instacart’s resident trends expert, has some good news for those supplying the produce aisle.

The New York Apple Association is ready to celebrate the holiday season with The Big Flavor of New York apples.

This year, NYAA is sponsoring an Apple Pie Baking Kit consumer sweepstakes on social media and launching holiday videos featuring Bob for Apples from New York, in addition to reminding retailers to cross merchandise.

Cross merchandising ideas include gift-giving, charcuterie and pairing ideas and apple pie baking ingredients with and all the trimmings for family and friend gatherings.