USDA creates $2B in programs to strengthen specialty crops

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19, 2024 – Today, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the creation of new programs that will help farmers who...

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Kroger-Albertsons analysis finds significant market overlaps

November 15, 2024 MANHATTAN BEACH, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–dataplor, a leading provider of global location intelligence, has revealed critical potential market implications...

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Private equity to acquire majority share of Jersey Mike’s Subs

Manasquan, N.J. and New York, – November 19, 2024 – Jersey Mike’s Subs, a leading franchisor of fast-casual submarine sandwich...

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Dollar General delivers seasonal food savings

November 19, 2024 GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Dollar General BB #:172794 announced today its holiday season food discounts and promotions designed to...

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South American mango exports to the U.S. to rebound this season

The Mexican mango season has ended, and the overseas season has begun, with import volumes increasing week by week. Brazil...

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New FMI reports examine grocery shopping trends for the holidays and retail foodservice

November 18, 2024 ARLINGTON, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Despite ongoing concerns about food prices, shoppers feel more confident in managing their grocery budgets...

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FPAA celebrates record-breaking SWIPE 2024

(TUCSON, AZ) — The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) BB #:144354 is proud to announce the success of...

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Dollar Tree announces leadership changes

November 13, 2024 CHESAPEAKE, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Dollar Tree, Inc. BB #:377981 announced several updates to its executive leadership team. These strategic...

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Grimmway recalls carrots after linked to E. coli outbreak

November 16, 2024 — CDC and public health officials in several states are investigating a multistate outbreak of E. coli...

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Shipt brings same-day delivery to The Fresh Market

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Nov. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Shipt, the same-day delivery platform connecting customers to a delightful, curated assortment of...

5 months ago 6 minute read

ProduceIQ Index: A Thanksgiving Miracle

The Thanksgiving pull has arrived, and produce markets have more than a few things to be grateful for. Tropical Storm...

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Craveworthy Brands acquires California pizza chain

CHICAGO, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Craveworthy Brands – the innovative multi-brand restaurant company and franchisor – announced today that...

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The Farm(workers) Bill: It’s about much more than farms

The Farm Bill is often thought of as a policy that solely impacts farmers, but its implications go much further,...

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Kroger survey shows customer Thanksgiving favorites, holiday grocery shopping habits

CINCINNATI, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — In preparation for Thanksgiving, The Kroger Co. BB #:100073 surveyed customers to see how they plan...

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Calavo Growers names new CFO

SANTA PAULA, Calif., Nov. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Calavo Growers, Inc. BB #:113203, a global leader in the processing...

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Calavo Growers names new CFO

SANTA PAULA, Calif., June 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Calavo Growers, Inc. BB #:113203, a global avocado-industry leader and provider...

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Aldi kicks off expansion and renovation at corporate campus

Nov. 12, 2024 Batavia, IL — A M King, a fully integrated Design-Build firm, is overseeing a large-scale renovation and...

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Oishii expands berry availability in Harris Teeter stores

Oishii, the produce company behind the world’s largest indoor vertical strawberry farm, will introduce its coveted Koyo Berry to Harris...

5 months ago 2 minute read

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