The fallout from Kroger's failed merger with Albertsons continues as Kroger has now filed counterclaims against Albertsons. 

The proposed merger, first announced back in October of 2022, was blocked in December 2024. In addition to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission, eight states challenged the $24.6 billion merger. Albertsons terminated its agreement with Kroger Dec. 11, the day after courts issued injunctions.

The newly founded Global Grape Group recently launched its Have a Grape Day campaign in the U.S. to increase awareness and consumption of grapes as the ultimate healthy snack. It will reach millions of consumers nationally through digital media, retail partners, out-of-home placements and point-of-purchase marketing displays.

With an average of 17,000 commercials trucks passing through its multiple entry points every day, Port Laredo claims to be the busiest land port in the United States, handling almost 45 percent of all Texas-Mexico border trade.

BOSTON – The New England Produce Council was off to the races March 22 at its annual Dinner Dance Gala, here, which this year embraced a Kentucky Derby theme. Many of the 285 attendees dressed for the occasion, making this an especially festive event and truly a night to remember.

The fifth annual Bloom Together event, led by New Bloom Solutions, was a tremendous success once again this year.

Forage announces a key partnership with Southeastern Grocers that will transform grocery access for SNAP EBT recipients in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana and Mississippi. SNAP beneficiaries can now use their benefits to order groceries for delivery from neighborhood Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie locations through DoorDash.