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ApplesandPears

Apple and pear trends

06.01.2020
By Chris Crawford
As retailers enter uncertain times during the COVID-19 pandemic, apples and pears are certain to continue to be go-to staples this spring and summer.
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TreeFruitsCover

Suppliers break down this year's tree fruit crop

04.09.2020
By Chris Crawford

A warmer than usual winter will likely yield early harvests, but tree fruit growers are still waiting to see how the weather patterns hold.


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Greenhouse grown produce turning up the heat

03.18.2020
By Chris Crawford

Experimenting with new varieties and finding new ways to appeal to consumers’ desire for fresh, local and sustainable foods are among the trends greenhouse grower-shippers are keeping on top of in 2020.


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blueberries

Suppliers anticipate quality berry supply this year

03.06.2020
By Chris Crawford

As retailers head into the early season berry period, suppliers are projecting good quality and supply of their crops for strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries.


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stemilt organic

Demand for organic produce surges

01.15.2020
By Chris Crawford
According to the 2019 Supermarket Perimeter Consumer Fresh Food Shopping Trends Study, two-thirds of consumers buy organic fruits and vegetables, and 52% are willing to pay more for it.
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New varieties spice up pepper category

12.06.2019
By Chris Crawford
According to suppliers, the bell and hot pepper growing seasons have been good with favorable weather, and expectations are for steady supplies this year.
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florida grapefruit

New citrus varieties join old favorites

11.12.2019
By Chris Crawford
For the week ending Aug. 24, Nielsen's total U.S. retail sales data showed that overall citrus fruit dollar sales declined 3.3% in the past year but still represented $4.5 billion in total sales.
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seasonal produce melissas

Specialty produce: fall, winter opportunities

10.15.2019
By Chris Crawford
As cooler weather nears, produce departments will be stocked with the latest, most popular specialty items that retailers can use to boost sales and make the holiday season more festive.
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To move onions, think cross-promotions

09.20.2019
By Chris Crawford
During the 2018-19 Peruvian sweet onion season, Reidsville, Georgia-based Shuman Farms led the industry, importing nearly 1,100 containers of Peruvian sweet onions for U.S. distribution, says John Shuman, president and CEO of Shuman Farms. This season, similar production is planned for the company.
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Promoting potatoes at right time can deliver big sales boost

09.19.2019
By Chris Crawford
Potatoes are staples of the produce department and usually find themselves among the top sellers each year.
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