The Produce Reporter Week in Review – December 2, 2022

Pamela calls in from the New York Produce Show, which was as busy as ever, despite the loss of its founder Jim Prevor. She discusses with Greg how...

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December 2, 2022

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Pamela calls in from the New York Produce Show, which was as busy as ever, despite the loss of its founder Jim Prevor. She discusses with Greg how some of the recent financial news, such as DoorDash laying off more than 1,000 workers, will affect grocery delivery, and Greg gives some insight into a how a court ruling on PACA could take an appeal all the way to the Supreme Court.

DoorDash to lay off 1,250 workers

PACA Trust bankruptcy case could go to Supreme Court

Infarm to downsize in Europe, cut workforce in half

Retailers bring ideas to get more fruits and vegetables on consumers’ tables

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