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TOP SEVEN TRENDS FOR FRESH PRODUCE IN 2021 The year 2020 has been unprecedented in many ways and has been extremely challenging for fresh produce suppliers, retailers, and shoppers.The rollout of COVID-19 vaccines brings us all hope for a return to normal in the coming year. We at Breakthrough Solutions believe there is, actually, a new and better normal ahead. With that focus, we want to share our predictions of seven key trends for 2021. CELEBRATING 35 YEARS Over the course of the year, we pay tribute to 35 living Vanguards and 12 departed heroes. This month’s featured Vanguard is Lynda Resnick, The Wonderful Company. Originally printed in the April 2021 issue of Produce Business. Lynda Resnick is truly an exceptional person, whohas melded her
RESTAURANTS PIVOT TO SURVIVE THE PANDEMIC The current COVID-19 pandemic has affected every part of the food industry, yet it’s encouraging to see how some restaurants have been able to pivot and make the most of a very difficult situation. Whether it’s a small independent restaurant or a national or regional chain, those that have been able to update their menus and continue serving customers with a variety of options that include CANADA’S SOPHISTICATED SUPPLY CHAIN MEETS DEMAND The Canadian government places a major emphasis on eating plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, and Canadians are big fans, consuming 3.7 servings per day on average, according to a 2019 report from New York City-based Nielsen. To satisfy this demand, a well-oiled supply chain successfully sources and distributes produce near and far, despite operating in one of the world’s largest andSPONSORED CONTENT
Sustainably raised Dutch Yellowtail, from The Kingfish Company in The Netherlands, is now available for the first time in retail in the U.S. Prized by chefs in Europe for its delicate pink-white hue, firm texture and mild, clean flavor, Dutch Yellowtail can be found exclusively at Whole Foods Market U.S. stores nationwide starting June 8, 2021, World Oceans Day. GRAB-AND-GO ITEMS INCREASE SALES DURING PANDEMIC The grab-and-go category took a bit of a downturn at the start of the pandemic, but when it returned, it came back strong, notes Mike Roberts, director of produce operations for Springdale, AR-based Harps Food Stores, a chain of nearly 90 stores in Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Kansas.“Initially, during COVID, people were pantry loading on staple items like carrots, onions and potatoes PRICING AND SUSTAINABILITY Pricing and Sustainability. By: Paul Manfre November 1, 2019. Originally printed in the November 2019 issue of Produce Business. In order to fill some supply and logistical issues, I often do some fixed pricing contracts. But they need to make sense and should not be 100% of any item, especially for retail. In foodservice, fixed pricingmakes
10 NEW PACKAGED SALADS 10. Tessemae’s. Organic Chicken Avocado Ranch Salad. Annapolis, MD. Two of the fastest-growing packaged salad segments are completes/kits and organic. The two have rarely met until now. Tessemae’s has introduced five complete salads made with organic ingredients all packaged in 6.2-ounce containers. WAYS TO MAXIMIZE AVOCADO SALES Expanding SKUs, innovative and unique promotions will encourage avocado sales. The avocado industry is in a unique situation these days, with demand often outpacing supply. This is because, in recent years, this fruit has become more of a staple in many Americans’ diets. “For the past five years, demand for avocados increased 10percent
HOME - PRODUCE BUSINESSCOVER STORIESFEATURESDEPARTMENTSOPINIONRETAILRESEARCH Celebrating 35 Years — Vanguards Who Made a Difference: ED McLAUGHLIN. Over the course of the year, we pay tribute to 35 living Vanguards and 12 departed heroes. This month’s featured Vanguard is Ed McLaughlin, Cornell. Read More. Awards, Proofing, Vanguards May 18,2021.
TOP SEVEN TRENDS FOR FRESH PRODUCE IN 2021 The year 2020 has been unprecedented in many ways and has been extremely challenging for fresh produce suppliers, retailers, and shoppers.The rollout of COVID-19 vaccines brings us all hope for a return to normal in the coming year. We at Breakthrough Solutions believe there is, actually, a new and better normal ahead. With that focus, we want to share our predictions of seven key trends for 2021. CELEBRATING 35 YEARS Over the course of the year, we pay tribute to 35 living Vanguards and 12 departed heroes. This month’s featured Vanguard is Lynda Resnick, The Wonderful Company. Originally printed in the April 2021 issue of Produce Business. Lynda Resnick is truly an exceptional person, whohas melded her
RESTAURANTS PIVOT TO SURVIVE THE PANDEMIC The current COVID-19 pandemic has affected every part of the food industry, yet it’s encouraging to see how some restaurants have been able to pivot and make the most of a very difficult situation. Whether it’s a small independent restaurant or a national or regional chain, those that have been able to update their menus and continue serving customers with a variety of options that include CANADA’S SOPHISTICATED SUPPLY CHAIN MEETS DEMAND The Canadian government places a major emphasis on eating plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, and Canadians are big fans, consuming 3.7 servings per day on average, according to a 2019 report from New York City-based Nielsen. To satisfy this demand, a well-oiled supply chain successfully sources and distributes produce near and far, despite operating in one of the world’s largest andSPONSORED CONTENT
Sustainably raised Dutch Yellowtail, from The Kingfish Company in The Netherlands, is now available for the first time in retail in the U.S. Prized by chefs in Europe for its delicate pink-white hue, firm texture and mild, clean flavor, Dutch Yellowtail can be found exclusively at Whole Foods Market U.S. stores nationwide starting June 8, 2021, World Oceans Day. GRAB-AND-GO ITEMS INCREASE SALES DURING PANDEMIC The grab-and-go category took a bit of a downturn at the start of the pandemic, but when it returned, it came back strong, notes Mike Roberts, director of produce operations for Springdale, AR-based Harps Food Stores, a chain of nearly 90 stores in Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Kansas.“Initially, during COVID, people were pantry loading on staple items like carrots, onions and potatoes PRICING AND SUSTAINABILITY Pricing and Sustainability. By: Paul Manfre November 1, 2019. Originally printed in the November 2019 issue of Produce Business. In order to fill some supply and logistical issues, I often do some fixed pricing contracts. But they need to make sense and should not be 100% of any item, especially for retail. In foodservice, fixed pricingmakes
10 NEW PACKAGED SALADS 10. Tessemae’s. Organic Chicken Avocado Ranch Salad. Annapolis, MD. Two of the fastest-growing packaged salad segments are completes/kits and organic. The two have rarely met until now. Tessemae’s has introduced five complete salads made with organic ingredients all packaged in 6.2-ounce containers. WAYS TO MAXIMIZE AVOCADO SALES Expanding SKUs, innovative and unique promotions will encourage avocado sales. The avocado industry is in a unique situation these days, with demand often outpacing supply. This is because, in recent years, this fruit has become more of a staple in many Americans’ diets. “For the past five years, demand for avocados increased 10percent
MASTERS OF MERCHANDISING: MAURICE A. AUERBACH, INC Garlic represents a profit-center all year long given its wide use in cooking. Focusing on few key merchandising areas will boost garlic sales. A variety of quality garlic is available year-round with supplies coming from California, Argentina, Mexico, Chile, Spain and China. Stores can maximize CELEBRATING 35 YEARS Over the course of the year, we pay tribute to 35 living Vanguards and 12 departed heroes. This month’s featured Vanguard is Lynda Resnick, The Wonderful Company. Originally printed in the April 2021 issue of Produce Business. Lynda Resnick is truly an exceptional person, whohas melded her
THE FARM PATCH MARKET Originally printed in the October 2019 issue of Produce Business.. Friendship, fun and careers mix at Central Texas produce institution. A large selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, a dedication to sourcing quality local and regional produce mixed with lifelong customer relationships are key ingredients in the success of The FarmPatch Market.
POTATOES AND ONIONS: PANDEMIC POWERHOUSE During the pandemic, staples are becoming more important. Effective merchandising of potatoes and onions has transformed into even higher value as retailers are adjusting for social distance spacing in stores and providing additional shelf space for items shoppers are purchasingin high quantities.
PANDEMIC REVEALS NEW INGREDIENTS DRIVING GROWTH IN FRESH COVID-19 has significantly changed how we think about, shop for, prepare and even stock up on fresh food. According to Deloitte’s new report, “The Future of Fresh: Patterns from the Pandemic,” the anxiety of shopping in store, combined with ongoing health and financial concerns, has disrupted consumer buying patterns and created new opportunities for businesses. GRAB-AND-GO ITEMS INCREASE SALES DURING PANDEMIC The grab-and-go category took a bit of a downturn at the start of the pandemic, but when it returned, it came back strong, notes Mike Roberts, director of produce operations for Springdale, AR-based Harps Food Stores, a chain of nearly 90 stores in Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Kansas.“Initially, during COVID, people were pantry loading on staple items like carrots, onions and potatoes BOSTON’S VISION BEYOND THE CLOUDS Boston’s marketplace stood strong against this year’s gloomy climate as retailers, wholesalers and distributors worked together to hang onto business. “Customers were able to learn to adapt to what’s going on,” says Jackie Piazza, citrus sales at Community-Suffolk. “The numbers change, but the customers are stillwith us.”.
8 TIPS TO SELLING TOMATOES 3. Consider Organic. Organic is a strong part of tomato sales at Grocery Outlet, representing approximately 15 percent of category sales, says Olson. “We typically have two SKUs. However, this can change depending on availability, value and what our supplier partners need us to move.”. EAST COAST PORTS BUILD CAPACITY FOR GROWTH Holt says Gloucester just upgraded its solar capacity up to 10.1MW, and a new repack facility was also built at the site, which has 25 million-cubic feet of cold storage, 650 reefer plugs and 1.1 million square feet of dry storage. He says the Packer Avenue Marine Terminal has four million cubic feet of refrigerated cargo space and 2,200reefer
MERCHANDISING WET RACK PRODUCE Produce marketers and retailers suggest a variety of tips to properly maintain wet rack areas and merchandise the vegetables that must be misted. Some produce workers are naturally gifted at maintaining wet racks, says Gary Campisi, senior director of quality control in the Fresh Food Division for Walmart Inc. in Bentonville, AR. HOME - PRODUCE BUSINESSCOVER STORIESFEATURESDEPARTMENTSOPINIONRETAILRESEARCH Celebrating 35 Years — Vanguards Who Made a Difference: ED McLAUGHLIN. Over the course of the year, we pay tribute to 35 living Vanguards and 12 departed heroes. This month’s featured Vanguard is Ed McLaughlin, Cornell. Read More. Awards, Proofing, Vanguards May 18,2021.
TOP SEVEN TRENDS FOR FRESH PRODUCE IN 2021 The year 2020 has been unprecedented in many ways and has been extremely challenging for fresh produce suppliers, retailers, and shoppers.The rollout of COVID-19 vaccines brings us all hope for a return to normal in the coming year. We at Breakthrough Solutions believe there is, actually, a new and better normal ahead. With that focus, we want to share our predictions of seven key trends for 2021. RESTAURANTS PIVOT TO SURVIVE THE PANDEMIC The current COVID-19 pandemic has affected every part of the food industry, yet it’s encouraging to see how some restaurants have been able to pivot and make the most of a very difficult situation. Whether it’s a small independent restaurant or a national or regional chain, those that have been able to update their menus and continue serving customers with a variety of options that include 10 NEW PACKAGED SALADS 10. Tessemae’s. Organic Chicken Avocado Ranch Salad. Annapolis, MD. Two of the fastest-growing packaged salad segments are completes/kits and organic. The two have rarely met until now. Tessemae’s has introduced five complete salads made with organic ingredients all packaged in 6.2-ounce containers. CANADA’S SOPHISTICATED SUPPLY CHAIN MEETS DEMAND The Canadian government places a major emphasis on eating plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, and Canadians are big fans, consuming 3.7 servings per day on average, according to a 2019 report from New York City-based Nielsen. To satisfy this demand, a well-oiled supply chain successfully sources and distributes produce near and far, despite operating in one of the world’s largest and GRAB-AND-GO ITEMS INCREASE SALES DURING PANDEMIC The grab-and-go category took a bit of a downturn at the start of the pandemic, but when it returned, it came back strong, notes Mike Roberts, director of produce operations for Springdale, AR-based Harps Food Stores, a chain of nearly 90 stores in Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Kansas.“Initially, during COVID, people were pantry loading on staple items like carrots, onions and potatoesSPONSORED CONTENT
price. From fruit for juicing to 5-star dining, small volume or large — consistent support is available. Doing these custom combination programs allows for levels of planning and security with volatile items while still maintaining the competitive edge of fluctuatingmarkets.
HOW NEWER GLOBAL FRUIT BRANDS PENETRATE NORTH … In a global marketplace, it seems logical that new overseas-originated fruit brands would compete for North American palates, but their emergence cannot be taken for granted. A combination of hard work, careful strategy, skilled marketing and high-quality product is essential for the successful establishment of any fruit brand, letalone from abroad.
WAYS TO MAXIMIZE AVOCADO SALES Expanding SKUs, innovative and unique promotions will encourage avocado sales. The avocado industry is in a unique situation these days, with demand often outpacing supply. This is because, in recent years, this fruit has become more of a staple in many Americans’ diets. “For the past five years, demand for avocados increased 10percent
DON'T WAIT FOR MEMORIAL DAY TO PROMOTE PRODUCE Don Harris is a 41-year veteran of the produce industry, with most of that time spent in retail. He worked in every aspect of the industry, from “field-to-fork” in both the conventional and organic arenas. Harris is presently consulting and is director of produce for the Chicago-based food charity organization, Feeding America. HOME - PRODUCE BUSINESSCOVER STORIESFEATURESDEPARTMENTSOPINIONRETAILRESEARCH Celebrating 35 Years — Vanguards Who Made a Difference: ED McLAUGHLIN. Over the course of the year, we pay tribute to 35 living Vanguards and 12 departed heroes. This month’s featured Vanguard is Ed McLaughlin, Cornell. Read More. Awards, Proofing, Vanguards May 18,2021.
TOP SEVEN TRENDS FOR FRESH PRODUCE IN 2021 The year 2020 has been unprecedented in many ways and has been extremely challenging for fresh produce suppliers, retailers, and shoppers.The rollout of COVID-19 vaccines brings us all hope for a return to normal in the coming year. We at Breakthrough Solutions believe there is, actually, a new and better normal ahead. With that focus, we want to share our predictions of seven key trends for 2021. RESTAURANTS PIVOT TO SURVIVE THE PANDEMIC The current COVID-19 pandemic has affected every part of the food industry, yet it’s encouraging to see how some restaurants have been able to pivot and make the most of a very difficult situation. Whether it’s a small independent restaurant or a national or regional chain, those that have been able to update their menus and continue serving customers with a variety of options that include 10 NEW PACKAGED SALADS 10. Tessemae’s. Organic Chicken Avocado Ranch Salad. Annapolis, MD. Two of the fastest-growing packaged salad segments are completes/kits and organic. The two have rarely met until now. Tessemae’s has introduced five complete salads made with organic ingredients all packaged in 6.2-ounce containers. CANADA’S SOPHISTICATED SUPPLY CHAIN MEETS DEMAND The Canadian government places a major emphasis on eating plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, and Canadians are big fans, consuming 3.7 servings per day on average, according to a 2019 report from New York City-based Nielsen. To satisfy this demand, a well-oiled supply chain successfully sources and distributes produce near and far, despite operating in one of the world’s largest and GRAB-AND-GO ITEMS INCREASE SALES DURING PANDEMIC The grab-and-go category took a bit of a downturn at the start of the pandemic, but when it returned, it came back strong, notes Mike Roberts, director of produce operations for Springdale, AR-based Harps Food Stores, a chain of nearly 90 stores in Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Kansas.“Initially, during COVID, people were pantry loading on staple items like carrots, onions and potatoesSPONSORED CONTENT
price. From fruit for juicing to 5-star dining, small volume or large — consistent support is available. Doing these custom combination programs allows for levels of planning and security with volatile items while still maintaining the competitive edge of fluctuatingmarkets.
HOW NEWER GLOBAL FRUIT BRANDS PENETRATE NORTH … In a global marketplace, it seems logical that new overseas-originated fruit brands would compete for North American palates, but their emergence cannot be taken for granted. A combination of hard work, careful strategy, skilled marketing and high-quality product is essential for the successful establishment of any fruit brand, letalone from abroad.
WAYS TO MAXIMIZE AVOCADO SALES Expanding SKUs, innovative and unique promotions will encourage avocado sales. The avocado industry is in a unique situation these days, with demand often outpacing supply. This is because, in recent years, this fruit has become more of a staple in many Americans’ diets. “For the past five years, demand for avocados increased 10percent
DON'T WAIT FOR MEMORIAL DAY TO PROMOTE PRODUCE Don Harris is a 41-year veteran of the produce industry, with most of that time spent in retail. He worked in every aspect of the industry, from “field-to-fork” in both the conventional and organic arenas. Harris is presently consulting and is director of produce for the Chicago-based food charity organization, Feeding America.TASTEE APPLE, INC.
There’s nothing like the nostalgic ooey-gooey goodness of biting into a caramel apple in the fall. First invented in the 1950s, crunchy fresh harvested apples covered with sweet soft caramel and skewered on a stick for easy eating are staples in produce departments nationwidefrom late August
PANDEMIC REVEALS NEW INGREDIENTS DRIVING GROWTH IN FRESH COVID-19 has significantly changed how we think about, shop for, prepare and even stock up on fresh food. According to Deloitte’s new report, “The Future of Fresh: Patterns from the Pandemic,” the anxiety of shopping in store, combined with ongoing health and financial concerns, has disrupted consumer buying patterns and created new opportunities for businesses. THE FUTURE OF FOODSERVICE POST COVID-19 The Future of Foodservice Post COVID-19. By: Amy Myrdal Miller July 15, 2020. Originally printed in the June 2020 issue of Produce Business. As I’m writing this, the entire foodservice industry is obsessed with the future. I sought answers to these questions and more from industry experts. GRAB-AND-GO ITEMS INCREASE SALES DURING PANDEMIC The grab-and-go category took a bit of a downturn at the start of the pandemic, but when it returned, it came back strong, notes Mike Roberts, director of produce operations for Springdale, AR-based Harps Food Stores, a chain of nearly 90 stores in Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Kansas.“Initially, during COVID, people were pantry loading on staple items like carrots, onions and potatoes BOSTON’S VISION BEYOND THE CLOUDS Boston’s marketplace stood strong against this year’s gloomy climate as retailers, wholesalers and distributors worked together to hang onto business. “Customers were able to learn to adapt to what’s going on,” says Jackie Piazza, citrus sales at Community-Suffolk. “The numbers change, but the customers are stillwith us.”.
THE EVOLUTION OF FRESH-CUT PACKAGING Packaging Geometry. Brandenburg calls fresh-cut packaging in the form of stand-up pouches “the most innovative thing that’s come along in a while. It’s not the packaging per se, it’s the new geometry.”. “The pouch bags make it a lot easier to display products on the shelf,” says Rick Rutte, produce director for NorthState Grocery
PRICING AND SUSTAINABILITY Pricing and Sustainability. By: Paul Manfre November 1, 2019. Originally printed in the November 2019 issue of Produce Business. In order to fill some supply and logistical issues, I often do some fixed pricing contracts. But they need to make sense and should not be 100% of any item, especially for retail. In foodservice, fixed pricingmakes
FARMER BROWN’S PRODUCE Originally printed in the February 2019 issue of Produce Business.. Longtime store offers quality local fruits and vegetables to South Georgia and North Florida. Fresh local produce is the drawing card at Farmer Brown’s Produce, a South Georgia staple. MERCHANDISING WET RACK PRODUCE Produce marketers and retailers suggest a variety of tips to properly maintain wet rack areas and merchandise the vegetables that must be misted. Some produce workers are naturally gifted at maintaining wet racks, says Gary Campisi, senior director of quality control in the Fresh Food Division for Walmart Inc. in Bentonville, AR. EAST COAST PORTS BUILD CAPACITY FOR GROWTH Holt says Gloucester just upgraded its solar capacity up to 10.1MW, and a new repack facility was also built at the site, which has 25 million-cubic feet of cold storage, 650 reefer plugs and 1.1 million square feet of dry storage. He says the Packer Avenue Marine Terminal has four million cubic feet of refrigerated cargo space and 2,200reefer
HOME - PRODUCE BUSINESSCOVER STORIESFEATURESDEPARTMENTSOPINIONRETAILRESEARCH Celebrating 35 Years — Vanguards Who Made a Difference: ED McLAUGHLIN. Over the course of the year, we pay tribute to 35 living Vanguards and 12 departed heroes. This month’s featured Vanguard is Ed McLaughlin, Cornell. Read More. Awards, Proofing, Vanguards May 18,2021.
RESTAURANTS PIVOT TO SURVIVE THE PANDEMIC The current COVID-19 pandemic has affected every part of the food industry, yet it’s encouraging to see how some restaurants have been able to pivot and make the most of a very difficult situation. Whether it’s a small independent restaurant or a national or regional chain, those that have been able to update their menus and continue serving customers with a variety of options that include CANADA’S SOPHISTICATED SUPPLY CHAIN MEETS DEMAND The Canadian government places a major emphasis on eating plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, and Canadians are big fans, consuming 3.7 servings per day on average, according to a 2019 report from New York City-based Nielsen. To satisfy this demand, a well-oiled supply chain successfully sources and distributes produce near and far, despite operating in one of the world’s largest and 10 NEW PACKAGED SALADS 10. Tessemae’s. Organic Chicken Avocado Ranch Salad. Annapolis, MD. Two of the fastest-growing packaged salad segments are completes/kits and organic. The two have rarely met until now. Tessemae’s has introduced five complete salads made with organic ingredients all packaged in 6.2-ounce containers.SPONSORED CONTENT
price. From fruit for juicing to 5-star dining, small volume or large — consistent support is available. Doing these custom combination programs allows for levels of planning and security with volatile items while still maintaining the competitive edge of fluctuatingmarkets.
HOW NEWER GLOBAL FRUIT BRANDS PENETRATE NORTH … In a global marketplace, it seems logical that new overseas-originated fruit brands would compete for North American palates, but their emergence cannot be taken for granted. A combination of hard work, careful strategy, skilled marketing and high-quality product is essential for the successful establishment of any fruit brand, letalone from abroad.
CHILEAN FRUIT: THE REAL DEAL The main fruits supplied by Chile during the U.S. winter months, according to the CFFA, include cherries, blueberries, grapes, peaches, plums and nectarines. “Chile is essentially the main source of everyone’s favorite summer fruits during the winter months,” says Brux. “We use the tagline A SAN LUIS VALLEY POTATOES The majestic Colorado Rocky Mountains provide a beautiful backdrop for some of the highest quality potatoes on the planet. The San Luis Valley has not disappointed again this year, as the second-largest fresh potato-producing region in the United States has produced a plentiful crop of incomparable potatoes buyers are welcoming into themarket.
WAYS TO MAXIMIZE AVOCADO SALES Expanding SKUs, innovative and unique promotions will encourage avocado sales. The avocado industry is in a unique situation these days, with demand often outpacing supply. This is because, in recent years, this fruit has become more of a staple in many Americans’ diets. “For the past five years, demand for avocados increased 10percent
NEW ENGLAND PRODUCE CENTER PERSEVERES The Faneuil Hall market area, which included Quincy Market, served as a produce distribution center until 1968, when the New England Produce Center (NEPC) was built in Chelsea, MA. In 1966, the mayor of Boston decided to redevelop the Faneuil Hall area, including the surrounding buildings, explains John Bonafede, chairman of J. Bonafede & Sons. HOME - PRODUCE BUSINESSCOVER STORIESFEATURESDEPARTMENTSOPINIONRETAILRESEARCH Celebrating 35 Years — Vanguards Who Made a Difference: ED McLAUGHLIN. Over the course of the year, we pay tribute to 35 living Vanguards and 12 departed heroes. This month’s featured Vanguard is Ed McLaughlin, Cornell. Read More. Awards, Proofing, Vanguards May 18,2021.
RESTAURANTS PIVOT TO SURVIVE THE PANDEMIC The current COVID-19 pandemic has affected every part of the food industry, yet it’s encouraging to see how some restaurants have been able to pivot and make the most of a very difficult situation. Whether it’s a small independent restaurant or a national or regional chain, those that have been able to update their menus and continue serving customers with a variety of options that include CANADA’S SOPHISTICATED SUPPLY CHAIN MEETS DEMAND The Canadian government places a major emphasis on eating plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, and Canadians are big fans, consuming 3.7 servings per day on average, according to a 2019 report from New York City-based Nielsen. To satisfy this demand, a well-oiled supply chain successfully sources and distributes produce near and far, despite operating in one of the world’s largest and 10 NEW PACKAGED SALADS 10. Tessemae’s. Organic Chicken Avocado Ranch Salad. Annapolis, MD. Two of the fastest-growing packaged salad segments are completes/kits and organic. The two have rarely met until now. Tessemae’s has introduced five complete salads made with organic ingredients all packaged in 6.2-ounce containers.SPONSORED CONTENT
price. From fruit for juicing to 5-star dining, small volume or large — consistent support is available. Doing these custom combination programs allows for levels of planning and security with volatile items while still maintaining the competitive edge of fluctuatingmarkets.
HOW NEWER GLOBAL FRUIT BRANDS PENETRATE NORTH … In a global marketplace, it seems logical that new overseas-originated fruit brands would compete for North American palates, but their emergence cannot be taken for granted. A combination of hard work, careful strategy, skilled marketing and high-quality product is essential for the successful establishment of any fruit brand, letalone from abroad.
CHILEAN FRUIT: THE REAL DEAL The main fruits supplied by Chile during the U.S. winter months, according to the CFFA, include cherries, blueberries, grapes, peaches, plums and nectarines. “Chile is essentially the main source of everyone’s favorite summer fruits during the winter months,” says Brux. “We use the tagline A SAN LUIS VALLEY POTATOES The majestic Colorado Rocky Mountains provide a beautiful backdrop for some of the highest quality potatoes on the planet. The San Luis Valley has not disappointed again this year, as the second-largest fresh potato-producing region in the United States has produced a plentiful crop of incomparable potatoes buyers are welcoming into themarket.
WAYS TO MAXIMIZE AVOCADO SALES Expanding SKUs, innovative and unique promotions will encourage avocado sales. The avocado industry is in a unique situation these days, with demand often outpacing supply. This is because, in recent years, this fruit has become more of a staple in many Americans’ diets. “For the past five years, demand for avocados increased 10percent
NEW ENGLAND PRODUCE CENTER PERSEVERES The Faneuil Hall market area, which included Quincy Market, served as a produce distribution center until 1968, when the New England Produce Center (NEPC) was built in Chelsea, MA. In 1966, the mayor of Boston decided to redevelop the Faneuil Hall area, including the surrounding buildings, explains John Bonafede, chairman of J. Bonafede & Sons. CONTACT US - PRODUCE BUSINESS The Atlantic Salmon sold at ALDI is labeled "Simple. Sustainable. Seafood." but a new lawsuit says that is a lie. Toxin Free USA has filed a false advertising lawsuit against the grocery store chain under the D.C. Consumer Protection Procedures Act, and is POTATOES AND ONIONS: PANDEMIC POWERHOUSE During the pandemic, staples are becoming more important. Effective merchandising of potatoes and onions has transformed into even higher value as retailers are adjusting for social distance spacing in stores and providing additional shelf space for items shoppers are purchasingin high quantities.
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Although you might not notice on entrance, Bargain Grocery is unlike other food retailers and may soon be taking its mission beyond Utica, NY, where it operates, to create new affordable food shopping opportunities for consumers in New York State towns such as Albany, Troy and Syracuse and especially for their underserved communities. MASTERS OF MERCHANDISING: MAURICE A. AUERBACH, INC Garlic represents a profit-center all year long given its wide use in cooking. Focusing on few key merchandising areas will boost garlic sales. A variety of quality garlic is available year-round with supplies coming from California, Argentina, Mexico, Chile, Spain and China. Stores can maximize BOSTON’S VISION BEYOND THE CLOUDS Boston’s marketplace stood strong against this year’s gloomy climate as retailers, wholesalers and distributors worked together to hang onto business. “Customers were able to learn to adapt to what’s going on,” says Jackie Piazza, citrus sales at Community-Suffolk. “The numbers change, but the customers are stillwith us.”.
SOLVING THE PACKAGING PARADOX At Naturipe, “Heat seal technology reduces the plastic content in our packaging by 33 percent. Last year, we increased the heat seal program by 400 percent, resulting in 24 metric tons of plastic removed from the packaging,” says McIntosh. On the package-supplier side, clamshell packaging has revolutionized produce categories such asberries.
HEALTHY HOME MARKET RETAIL PROFILE The produce section delivers 14 percent of store sales and 30 to 40 percent of the store’s gross profit, says Chad Hartman, director of marketing for Healthy Home Market and snack supplier Truly Good Foods. Truly Good Foods shares store ownership. The prominence of the produce department is evidenced by the store’s layout. MARKETING POTATOES & ONIONS EFFECTIVELY Priceville Foodland, a single store operation in Decatur, AL, has found merchandising potatoes and onions together is the most effective method to moving both items. “If these are on sale, we merchandise in bins, but always have potatoes and onions situated back to back, since consumers typically purchase both,” says Tye Newburger TOSS UP SALES OF SALAD DRESSINGS Sales of salad dressings, shelf stable and refrigerated combined, are flat. However, over the past year, sales of refrigerated salad dressings at retail have increased 2.2 percent while shelf stable salad dressing dollars have decreased 2.2 percent, according to IRI data as shared by Litehouse Inc., in Sandpoint, ID. FRESH SALADS: CHALLENGES & OPPORTUNITIES Fresh-cut sales skyrocketed from $3.3 billion in 1994 to $8.9 in 2003, $11.8 in 2005 and $15.5 billion in 2007, according to Cook, with $6 billion of that in retail, as all the major markets developed eye-catching displays. Supermarkets seized on the opportunity to add an exciting new category to the produce department. * Subscribe to our newsletter * Subscribe to the magazine* ____Facebook
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OPPORTUNITIES AT HAND FOR PRODUCE SOLD WITHIN SUPERMARKET PREPAREDFOODS
Originally printed in the April 2020 issue of Produce Business. From the procurement and integration of fresh produce to its pivotal role as a supermarket… Read More -------------------------Features May 6,
2020
MUSHROOMS: THE FOOD THAT KEEPS GIVING Originally printed in the April 2020 issue of Produce Business. This versatile, healthy ingredient rides a five decade-winning streak. Few items in the produce department… Read More ------------------------- Regional Market ProfileMay 13, 2020
DC AREA WHOLESALERS INTERCONNECT TO SERVE WIDER FOOTPRINT Originally printed in the April 2020 issue of Produce Business. A leading area wholesaler’s acquisition of a large competitor stirs region’s competitive environment. ------------------------- Regional Market ProfileMay 13, 2020
DENSITY AND DIVERSITY OF DC’S POPULATION SPARKS SALES OF PRODUCE IN ALL SHAPES AND SIZES Originally printed in the April 2020 issue of Produce Business. The nation’s lucrative capital region is hotbed for produce expansion. -------------------------FRESH CUT MARKETING
MODIFIED ATMOSPHERE PACKAGING ADDS MORE VALUE TO VALUE-ADDED Originally printed in the April 2020 issue of Produce Business. New, more tailored iterations have made it more compelling with improved appearance, longer shelf life.Read More
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PACKAGING: FINDING SOLUTIONS THAT ARE THE TOTAL PACKAGE High labor costs drive need for affordable applications for produce packaging. Whether you have a zeal for top seal, are betting on netting, vouch for… Read MoreRead More
------------------------- RETHINKING PRICE ON TABLE FOR CALIFORNIA GRAPES ------------------------- SMASHING SUCCESS WITH CHERRIES ------------------------- THE ART OF PRODUCE LABELING AND BAG PRINTING ------------------------- STATE AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENTS: FAR-REACHING IMPACT -------------------------DRIED FRUITS & NUTS
RETAILERS SHOULD TOUT VERSATILITY OF ALMONDS Originally printed in the April 2020 issue of Produce Business. Health messaging, flavor and cooking applications are key to upping sales.Read More
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DEMAND FOR SWEET ONIONS STILL ON UPWARD TRAJECTORY Originally printed in the April 2020 issue of Produce Business. Distinctive, seasonal merchandising is key to robust sales growth. 1 2Read More
------------------------- TRANSCENDING WITH TROPICALS ------------------------- SIX WAYS TO SWEETEN BELL PEPPER SALES ------------------------- BANANAS ARE KEY DRIVER FOR PRODUCE DEPARTMENT ------------------------- HOW TO SELL MORE CITRUS YEAR-ROUND -------------------------MANAGEMENT
PRODUCE DISPLAYS: TRANSCENDING FUNCTIONALITY How changing up the look in store and adding mobility can move more fruits and vegetables. The art of display is becoming a more prominent… Read MoreRead More
------------------------- CHEFS’ MAGIC INSPIRES RETAIL ------------------------- 32ND ANNUAL MYSTERY SHOPPER REPORT ------------------------- THE OMNI-CHANNEL FUTURE ------------------------- A “NEW” BEGINNING -------------------------PROCUREMENT
CALIFORNIA FALL FRUIT COMES TO THE FORE From stone fruit to grapes to pomegranates, many high-volume items can reap big dividends for retailers’ bottom lines. As summer wanes, temperatures and leaves will… Read MoreRead More
------------------------- ATLANTA PRODUCE MARKET REFLECTS VIBRANT METRO AREA ------------------------- EAST COAST PORTS BUILD CAPACITY FOR GROWTH ------------------------- OHIO PROUD: STATE DELIVERS LOCAL AND BEYOND ------------------------- NEW JERSEY PEACHES HELP SWEETEN SUMMER -------------------------JIM PREVOR
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Though Lucky, We Are Still Vulnerable Originally printed in the April 2020 issue of Produce Business. The coronavirus situation is a novel and problematic one, partly because we don’t know many... Read MoreAMY MYRDAL MILLER
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Inside the Mind of a Chef: Thoughts on SeasonalSourcing
Originally printed in the April 2020 issue of Produce Business. [Editor’s note: this article was written shortly before all restaurants in Sacramento were ordered closed... Read More __ See the 2019 Winners __DON HARRIS
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AFFILIATED TRADE SHOWS & CONFERENCES Ten Years, Ten Lessons Learned: A Look At The European Produce Industry Through The Eyes Of Freshfel's Philippe Binard As the trade gathers for the PMA Fresh Summit convention in Anaheim, we thought we would look half-w In Defense OfCosmetically Challenged Produce Back in November Sainsbury's, the UK supermarket chain, pulled its planned line of "HallowPerishable Pundit
Jim Prevor's Perishable Pundit An Industry Transformed:At The New York Produce Show And Conference, Global Trade Symposium Speaker Tony Reynolds To Illuminate The intersection of the produce industry and the foodservice industry has long been a contentious pl Pan-European School Fruit Scheme Marc DeNaeyer, Managing Partner of TROFI in The Netherlands, has often contributed valuable informat Copper River Salmon Fishery Opens During Coronavirus Concerns Thursday morning the Copper River salmon season began bright and early at 7 A.M. The salmon are famo Prime Minister Announces New Support For Canada’s Fish Harvesters Canadians working in the fishing industry are feeling the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. JBS USA and Pilgrim’s Invest More Than $ 200M in U.S. Coronavirus Response Efforts and Community Donations In response to the global coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, JBS USA, an American-based food company a Tyson Foods, Inc. And Elkhorn Logan Valley Public Health Department Release Results from Covid-19 Testing at Madison, Nebraska Plant Tyson Foods, Inc. and Elkhorn Logan Valley Public Health Department (ELVPHD) today announced the re Johnsonville Facility in Holton, Kansas Shut Down due to PositiveCOVID-19 Tests
Another Northeast Kansas food processing plant is temporarily halting operations after a "small Federal Waters off Texas Close to Shrimping on May 15, 2020 NOAA Fisheries announces federal waters from 9 to 200 nautical miles off Texas will close to shrimp Co-op pitches in for kids, offering free school meal scheme across theUK
Access to nutritious meals has been a challenge for students and their families during the pandemic, New fulfilment centre expected to double Waitrose grocery deliveriesin London
The six-acre site in Enfield is part of a £100m investment in the retailer's online business, w Charitable customers help Asda make huge food donations to TrussellTrust
Shoppers have helped the UK supermarket put together 140,000 meals for delivery to those families in Freshfel publishes Impact Assessment for European produce fromCovid-19
The 88-page report includes protection, constraints and market performance as well as an analysis of Retailer roundup: Lidl closes Middlesbrough store after stafferscontract Covid-19
Sainsbury's decides to defer dividend decision until autumn; Tesco reports it is the first reta Chinese joint venture with Hochfeld International adds value to grapecategory
Hi Fruit will help provide seedless grapes from around the world, which partner Zhuang 'an will Berry Gardens Growers name Walker as new chairman, succeeding Brooks Walker says: 'It will be a challenging 12 months ahead and our main focus is to support our gro Tesco, Branston teaming up to rescue potatoes and boost supplies instores
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