ALDI plans to add 800 stores nationwide by the end of 2028 through a combination of new openings and store conversions. As a key part of its five-year expansion plans, ALDI also announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Southeastern Grocers and its Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket banners, which will drive significant growth in the Southeast region over the next few years.

When you have more than 4,700 stores in the United States and thousands of produce SKUs needed on a daily basis, a well-functioning supply chain is clearly the life blood of the world’s No. 1 retailer.

TAMPA, FL — The Southeast Produce Council held its annual VIP dinner Wednesday evening, March 6, at Ulele, just prior to the opening of the 2024 Southern Exposure conference and trade show, here.

Sunshine Sweet Corn, a collective of fresh sweet corn growers and shippers in Florida who voluntarily participate in Sunshine Sweet Corn Farmers of Florida, has launched a merchandising display contest to excite consumers during the 2024 fresh season from mid-April through the end of May, increasing sales by volume of Florida-grown sweet corn.

Naturipe Farms kicked off California strawberry season with increasing volumes of its delicious varieties of strawberries.

Bobby Chacko has been appointed CEO of Groupe Bonduelle Fresh Americas. He will also become a member of Groupe Bonduelle’s global leadership team. Chacko succeeds Andrea Montagna, who has stepped down after serving as the company’s CEO since 2021.