Avocados and mangos are charging into 2025 with strong momentum. From record dollar sales to increasing household penetration and shifting shopper behaviors, these categories are full of opportunity. In this month’s edition of AvoIntel, Mission Produce broke down five key trends driving category growth and what to know as you plan for business growth in 2025.

Idaho potatoes and social media go together as naturally as mashed potatoes and gravy, according to Jeweldean Hull, managing director of the Idaho Potato Commission. Facebook and Instagram are IPC’s top social media channels, but the commission continues to add more content daily to YouTube, TikTok, and Pinterest, said Hull.

Simbe has launched Tally Spot, a breakthrough fixed sensor data capture solution that complements Tally, Simbe’s market-leading autonomous mobile robot.

Developed as an extension of Tally to support higher-frequency scans in specific sections of the store, Tally Spot provides an added layer of visibility into high-turnover and higher-risk sales areas, like fresh produce, prepared foods, alcohol and even bottom-of-basket at checkout.

As the top volume driver in the produce aisle, potatoes are a proven powerhouse. So why do so many retailers hide their spuds away in the back of the department?

It’s a missed opportunity for growth, said Ross Johnson, vice president of retail and international for the Idaho Potato Commission

Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers named Matt Marchand as the new public affairs and policy analyst. With an extensive background in business, government and community engagement, Marchand brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of leadership and innovation to the OGVG.

Floriculture stakeholders from academic institutions, governmental agencies and the floriculture/greenhouse industry are cordially invited to attend the 2025 National Floriculture Forum taking place on Feb.