The Produce Reporter Week in Review – August 6, 2021

You already know what the big story was for this week. We finally got an answer on how tariffs will affect fresh produce.  

When the FDA announced the food safety rule compliance date would be delayed by 30 months, many companies and groups felt relief. 

Several food companies wowed consumers with new drink flavors to start the month.  The flavor combinations are sure to be hits.   Here are they are:  Olipop partnered with Hidden Valley Ranch on a limited-edition four-pack inspired by favorite condiments. Choose from Classic Ranch, Hot Honey Ranch, Jalapeño Ranch, and Garlic Ranch.  Organic and natural grocery […]

April 1, 2025 REEDLEY, CA – Frutura, the global sales and marketing platform designed to supply international customers with high-quality fruit 365 days a year, today announced the acquisition of Colombia-headquartered Montana Fruits which will be managed by Frutura’s Dayka & Hackett. Montana Fruits is a significant local packer/shipper/marketer of quality avocados sourced from growers […]

SALINAS, Calif., April 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Taylor Farms and Foodiverse have completed the acquisition of two production plants specialized in the manufacturing of ready-to-eat salads, which belonged to the fresh business of Bonduelle in Germany. As part of this transition, Foodiverse, within its European business operations, will manage all activities for the unified businesses. […]

SAN FRANCISCO, March 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – T&T Supermarket, the largest Asian grocery retailer in Canada, is thrilled to announce its expansion to San Francisco with a new store at San Francisco City Center, located at 2675 Geary Blvd., at the intersection of Geary Blvd and Masonic Ave. The store is scheduled to open in […]