New Jersey Produce: A Reputation for Quality and Freshness
“The Garden State” harvests more than 100 different types of fruits and vegetables. In 1876, Abraham Browning compared New Jersey to “an immense barrel, filled… Read More
Articles by Barry Sparks
Mushrooming Retail Sales
Fungi pack valuable nutrients, deliver health benefits and versatility. Mushrooms are figuring more prominently in plant- and meat-based dishes, leading to an all-time high in… Read More
Spring Grape Deal Expected to Offer Superior Product
Initial reports indicate weather has been perfect for growing grapes in Mexico and California. Grapes are on consumers’ minds. For more than a decade, grapes… Read More
Trail Mixes are More Popular Than Ever
The demand for healthier snacks is helping spur the growth in sales. Although trail mixes have been around for more than 100 years, they have… Read More
Produce Transportation Enters the Digital Age
Where is your produce, and how is it doing? Retailers, shippers and distributors can open their smartphones and easily see the current location and temperature… Read More
Giving The Royal Treatment To Pears
Clearing two highly coveted features, apple sales for the state’s crop thrive from rich breeding grounds and geographical advantage. Steve Lutz, vice president of marketing… Read More
Healthy Snacking Trend Boosts Raisins’ Popularity
Increased focus on health and wellness, as well as more frequent snacking, has boosted the popularity of raisins. “Raisins are one of the healthiest foods… Read More
Don’t Underestimate The Power Of Fresh Herbs
A magnet for produce, they have tremendous potential for increased sales. Fresh herbs account for only 2 to 5 percent of produce sales, according to… Read More