The Foundation for Fresh Produce wrapped its 2024 Consumer Connection Conference last week in Phoenix, AZ. Celebrating the fifth anniversary of the Have A Plant movement, attendees gathered to collaborate on ways to grow a healthier world, which is the mission of The Foundation for Fresh Produce.

For the past several months, mango supplies have been tight leading to much stronger pricing than normal, but it appears relief is on its way.

Fresh from the Start expanded its broccoli program with new acreage in Indiana, shipping crowns and bunches. This acreage will begin harvesting in late May, right before the start of its Maine broccoli summer crop.

The premium table grape category continues to experience dynamic changes as demand for its top-tier varieties and programs remains at the top of retailers’ minds across the globe. In response, Four Star Fruit solidified its position as a frontrunner in the industry with the recent acquisition of Columbine Vineyards’ Holiday grape program from Agriculture Capital.

AC Foods has launched betterful, a line of Regenerative Organic Certified blueberries. betterful blueberries — introduced in April and available through September — are available in select Whole Foods, Sprouts, Bi-Rite, NewLeaf, Berkeley Bowl Marketplace and Oliver’s locations. Grown in California and Oregon, betterful aims to change the way consumers think about fresh blueberries forever.

On April 11, amidst the vibrant sea of ranunculus blooms at The Flower Fields in Carlsbad, CA, guests were treated to an unforgettable experience at the American Grown Field to Vase Dinner hosted&