As Extended Producer Responsibility regulations continue to expand across the United States and globally, their implications for the fresh produce industry are becoming increasingly significant.

The International Fresh Produce Association will address these developments at the upcoming The Retail Conference and & Golf Tournament with a featured session, “EPR Unpacked: What Every Retailer & Supplier Needs to Know.”

Reduced desert crops, seasonal transitions and unpredictable weather have created unstable market conditions. Decreased supplies, combined with unprecedented diesel prices, have driven up costs throughout the fresh produce market. Soaring freight rates for trucking are further raising prices for consumers at the store.

Every Earth Day, people and businesses think about sustainability and how they contribute to a better planet. From better packaging to less waste and more efficient supply chains, there are countless ways to make a difference. Continental Fresh celebrates and supports all those efforts, but clean water may be the most important one of all.

Nothing else supports healthy people and strong ecosystems like clean water. It's one of our most basic needs. It connects land, food and people who depend on both. 

Calavo Growers Inc. launched its new commemorative packaging suite for California-grown avocados in honor of the United States’ 250th anniversary. The new PLU labels and avocado bags feature a bold patriotic theme for the brand’s flagship avocado products, blending nostalgic Americana with modern design.

As the nation prepares for the 2026 semi-quincentennial celebration, Calavo is among the first in the fresh avocado space to offer retailers a dedicated patriotic shelf presence for avocados, designed to drive consumer engagement during this historic milestone.

Wakefern Food Corp. supermarket banners ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Gourmet Garage and Fairway Market are inviting job seekers to explore exciting career opportunities during a series of walk-in hiring fairs on Saturday, April 25.

In April, Evanthia will celebrate 12.5 years. What started as an ambitious floriculture breeding company has grown into an international player in seeds and young plants for professional horticulture in just over a decade. With a growing product range, an international customer base and a strong focus on innovation, quality and customer focus, the company continues to develop.