The old saying “an apple a day” still rings true today when a healthy diet is so important for cancer prevention. Honeybear Brands, grower, packer and shipper of Pazazz brand apples, is partnering with the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) for an engaging social media campaign allowing consumers to raise money for cancer research while challenging each other to eat like a superhero.

Just as quick-service restaurants use enticing menu board images to drive sales of combo meals, double-meat burgers, jumbo-sized slushies and other selections, retail grocers are relying on the same concept to capture the attention of shoppers seeking a suitable side dish for their next prepared, at-home meal.

Target is giving $500 bonuses to all hourly team members in stores, distribution centers and our headquarters and field-based offices. In addition, all store directors, executive team leaders and salaried distribution center leaders (12,000 in total) will receive a bonus ranging from $1,000-$2,000 — that’s a $200 million investment.

Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A. Inc., one of North America’s leading marketers and distributors of high-quality fresh and fresh-cut fruit and vegetables, announced the relaunch of its Homestyle Guacamole in a variety of new flavors, combining Fresh Del Monte’s high-quality ingredients with the fresh taste and texture of a homemade guacamole without the hassle.

United Fresh’s sixth annual BrandStorm event will take place online March 9-11. The event will feature a panel of marketing icons and past United Fresh Produce Marketing & Merchandising Council Chairs Roger Pepperl, Cindy Jewell and Mark Munger for a fireside chat where they’ll share their perspectives on the past, present and future of fresh produce marketing.

This is the time to go for the exotics, and SanLucar — a premium brand for fruit and vegetables — is putting exotic delicacies in a fruity light.