Food costs are through the roof, but people still like to enjoy a meal outside the home, once in a while, and that frequency is dwindling. While both grocery and restaurant prices continue to rise, restaurant prices are climbing at a much higher rate than groceries — 5.1 percent annually versus 1.2 percent according to the consumer price index.

Pompano Beach, FL-based Edward L. Myrick Produce has turned its attention to Georgia, where the company represents Leslie, GA-based Minor Bros. Produce, producers of the popular Bay View brand green beans.

The Mushroom Council announced the planned transition of Bart Minor, president, who has led the council for 26 years.

“We are grateful to Bart for his dedication and commitment to the industry. He has made significant contributions to creating high demand for fresh mushrooms,” said Michael Stephan, board chair.

Index Fresh announced that Kellen Stailey Martin has joined the company as vice president of marketing.

Stailey Martin brings over 18 years of multidisciplinary sales and marketing expertise in the produce industry. With a dynamic track record of individual and team success, both domestically and internationally, Stailey Martin is well-positioned to lead Index Fresh’s strategic marketing and communications efforts.

Amazon announced a new grocery delivery subscription benefit now available to Prime members and customers using EBT in more than 3,500 cities and towns across the United States. At $9.99 per month for Prime members, this subscription offers unlimited grocery delivery on orders over $35 from Amazon Fresh, Whole Foods Market, and a variety of local grocery and specialty retailers on Amazon.com, and provides access to even more convenient delivery and pickup options.

Earthbound Farm is celebrating 40 years of organic farming with new offerings, including its line of organic salad kits featuring dressings made with 100 percent organic avocado oil and its Limited Harvest Wild Red Arugula blend. Five new salad kits will be available at select grocery stores in May with a nationwide expansion throughout the remainder of 2024.