The Organic Produce Summit is now open for retail registration. For its eighth annual event, the OPS will retain a similar format for attendees with a focus on forecasted industry trends for the 2024 year.

Americans are rapidly increasing use and adoption of artificial intelligence in their day-to-day lives, and American grocery shoppers are increasingly expecting retailers to leverage AI to improve their shopping experience.

Research by Intellias, a global retail technology partner, revealed that 33 percent of U.S. consumers already use generative AI tools such as ChatGPT in their day-to-day lives. That number rises to 60 percent for Millennials and 49 percent for Gen Z.

In response to the overwhelming demand for ‘better for you’ convenient breakfast options, Fresh Innovations LLC, the parent company to ¡Yo Quiero!, has launched the most innovative product in their roster yet: Avocado & Egg.

Nutritionists and the medical community herald this nutrient-dense combination as being not only excellent for regenerative health and longevity but as a nourishing way to kickstart the day.

Professional football player and current Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Joey Bosa will compete against World Champion Competitive Eater Joey Chestnut during the second annual Wonderful Pistachios Get Crackin’ Eating Championship on World Pistachio Day, Feb. 26, at Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier.

The Michigan Apple Committee works in the areas of consumer education, research, market development and communications with the primary goal to help Michigan Apple growers be successful in their businesses.

“Our main focus area is working to increase Michigan Apple consumption amongst consumers,” said Diane Smith, executive director of the Michigan Apple Committee. “Our mission is to enhance the reputation of Michigan Apples, improve their share of sales in target markets and aid the profitability and sustainability of Michigan’s apple industry.”

Superfresh Growers, a leader in the agricultural sector known for its commitment to quality produce and sustainable farming, announced that its team contributed a total of 175 hours to community service in 2023, surpassing 2022’s execution by 50 percent or 58 more hours.