ShopRite sale celebrates Cinco de Mayo
ShopRite is helping customers celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a special Super Sale event, running through Tuesday, May 5. The limited-time promotion brings together must-have ingredients for a flavorful spread at a great value, making it easy to create a complete taco night at home with family and friends – from classic beef tacos topped with shredded cheese and sour cream to fresh guacamole, chips and salsa on the side.The promotion highlights key items across multiple categories, including:
Highlights from the third annual Western Growers Women Leadership Retreat
The Western Growers Women Program marked its third annual Leadership Retreat in Rancho Mirage, CA, bringing together 35 women for an experience centered around growth, connection and leadership.
Virginia company satisfies terms for PACA violations
On March 18, 2025, the U.S. Department of Agriculture filed an administrative complaint alleging that National Fruit Product Co. Inc. of Winchester, VA, failed to make full payment promptly in the amount of $353,349 to two sellers for multiple lots of produce purchased, received and accepted in interstate and foreign commerce, in violation of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act.
Producers Marketing focuses on specialty peppers for Georgia season
As the Georgia produce season gets underway, Producers Marketing LLC is taking a measured and strategic approach in 2026, focusing on consistent production, strong specialty pepper demand and maintaining quality across its core commodities.
Ahold Delhaize expands on-demand grocery delivery
Ahold Delhaize USA expanded its partnership with Uber Eats to bring enhanced on-demand grocery delivery to customers across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. Through the collaboration, nearly 2,000 stores — operated by Food Lion, Giant Food, The Giant Co., encompassing Giant and Martin's, Hannaford and Stop & Shop — are now available on the Uber Eats marketplace.
Women’s Fresh Perspectives Conference builds momentum for year-round industry impact
The International Fresh Produce Association recently concluded its 2026 Women’s Fresh Perspectives Conference, selling out for the fourth year in a row and bringing together 200-plus professionals from across the fresh produce and floral supply chain for three days of programming focused on leadership development, industry insights and professional connection.
Hass Avocado Board launches Foodservice Quarterly Insights report
The Hass Avocado Board released its first Foodservice Quarterly Insights report, expanding the industry’s visibility into how avocados are performing across U.S. restaurants. Developed in partnership with Datassential, the report tracks avocado menu presence, restaurant segment performance and menu applications across the foodservice channel.
Edward L. Myrick Produce turns to Georgia to anchor spring supply
As the spring produce season unfolds, Edward L. Myrick Produce is once again shifting its focus northward from Florida to Georgia, a move that has long been central to the company’s ability to maintain a steady supply of fresh vegetables throughout the year.
Suntory Group develops Teamoss as an alternative to peat moss
Suntory Holdings and Suntory Flowers announced the development of Teamoss, a horticultural soil material designed as an alternative to peat moss, made from manufacturing residues generated at Suntory Beverage and Food plants.
Instacart scaling up fresh funds partnership
Wellabe, a trusted leader in supplemental health insurance, recently expanded its partnership with Instacart. Leveraging Instacart Health Fresh Funds for Wellabe’s optional grocery rewards program, Wellabe is bringing meaningful, everyday value to more of the members it serves. Following a successful 2025 pilot that engaged more than 1,000 members and quickly became one of the most popular offers within Wellabe Rewards, the company is scaling the program to reach up to 100,000 members in 2026.