Hot potatoes. Really hot potatoes.

That is the state of the potato category, a market that the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Cornell University say is producing dollar sales gains that are increasing by more than 10 percent annually. The reason: consumers see potatoes as a healthy option, tasty, different uses, easy to prepare and, perhaps most importantly, relatively inexpensive, especially during times of high inflation.

It’s the holidays again — time to share the magic of Christmas flowers with customers. Rio Roses provided five effective in-store marketing strategies. During the festive season, they grab attention and make shopping unforgettable.

For the second year in a row Affinity Group held a reception during the New York Produce Show. This year’s event took place Tuesday, Dec. 5 at The Knickerbocker in Times Square, and attendees looked out on some of the best views Manhattan offers from the rooftop bar. A large gathering of the company’s clients and customers enjoyed an evening of food, drinks and friends the night before the NYPS trade show opened up. 

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has filed an administrative complaint against California Fresh Citrus Company for alleged violations of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act. The company, operating from California, allegedly failed to make payment promptly to two produce sellers in the amount of $1.13 million from March 2019 through March 2020.

For the fifth year running, Fresh Express invites consumers to commit to the #FreshIntentions Challenge, a 30-day online and social campaign that helps support wellness intentions for the new year. By providing daily inspiration, information and incentives, Fresh Express is making it easier for consumers to make healthy choices and achieve their 2024 goals.