The Produce Reporter Week in Review – June 12, 2020

One retailer called off the sale of a banner, and another cancelled a long-agreed-upon acquisition. Pamela says this is definitely a pandemic-related trend we could see more. She...

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June 12, 2020

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One retailer called off the sale of a banner, and another cancelled a long-agreed-upon acquisition. Pamela says this is definitely a pandemic-related trend we could see more.

She and Greg also discuss how people should approach next week’s first virtual trade show United Fresh Live and the latest in USDA’s food box program.

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Ten Democratic Senators question USDA Food Box program

UNFI reports strong Q3, delays Cub Foods sale

Stop & Shop kills acquisition agreement with King Kullen

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