As the new year kicks off and we settle back into the rhythm of our weekday routines, it’s easy to get stuck in a repetitive cycle of the same go-to meals. This year, add some spice to your usual weekday meals with these flavor-filled, deliciously seasoned recipes!

Dollar sales of fresh Hass avocados rose during summer holidays as average sales price increased over 2021 holidays. ASP ranged from $1.62 at its highest point during Memorial Day week and softened to $1.23 per unit during the Labor Day holiday.

The Kroger Co. opened a new spoke facility in south Florida. This facility opening means customers can access Kroger's selection of fresh items delivered directly to their door by Kroger associates.

Naturipe Farms launched its the sixth FeBLUEary campaign with strong promotable volumes of its proprietary blueberry varieties. This robust start to peak blueberry import season begins with bright, juicy blueberries coming from Naturipe’s Peruvian, Mexican and Chilean growing regions.

The BelleHarvest sales team reported extensive yield, consistent sizes, and expanded opportunity for this year’s Michigan apples. “We are forecasting a tremendous crop here in Michigan,” said Milt Fuehrer, chief executive officer at BelleHarvest. The Belding, MI-based company estimated total volume is up roughly 80 percent over last year. 

“Quality and supply of this season is meeting our high expectations and we are looking forward to building out robust programs with customers,” Fuehrer said. 

Brighter Bites, a national nonprofit that delivers fresh fruits and vegetables directly into families’ hands, launched its 10th location in San Antonio, TX. This semester, Brighter Bites will serve six schools within Harlandale ISD, which will directly impact around 720 families and provide 115,200 pounds of fresh produce to its participants.