Western Melon Toss-Up
Shippers are torn between long shelf-life and sweeter cantaloupe, while watermelons and honeydews diversify. California is one of the leading state producers of watermelons and… Read More
Articles by Bob Johnson
Five Ways To Show Off Stone Fruit
Tips for holding the line on this delicious, nutritious but declining category. The fruit section of the produce department has become a more cosmopolitan, crowded… Read More
Beefsteak Vegetables, Unleashed
Quick service chain serves capital residents healthy fare. Passionate culinary innovator Jose Andres has created a small chain of quick service, healthy, mostly fresh and… Read More
Spring Grapes: Freshness Closer To Home
More varieties and volume expected from Mexico and Coachella Every year, as the calendar turns to May, the table grapes on supermarket shelves become a… Read More
SAVVY Wholesalers REMAIN ‘Eyes And Ears’ OF CUSTOMERS
Originally printed in the March 2019 issue of Produce Business. In an age of consolidation, diversifying is the new path to survival and success. Through… Read More
Mandarins: The Cute Little Fruit That Means Business
Originally printed in the February 2019 issue of Produce Business. Growth of the easy-peelers has been staggering, and it’s still growing. Mandarins bring a bit… Read More
Specialty Citrus Offers Unique Selling Opportunities
Originally printed in the January 2019 issue of Produce Business. New and exciting varieties, including Sumos and large tangerines, can lure consumers. A California grower-shipper… Read More
TEXAS PRODUCE: Many Things to Many People
Originally printed in the December 2018 issue of Produce Business. Lone Star State wears many hats, from global hub to farm stand down the road…. Read More
Build Your Citrus Portfolio
Originally printed in the November 2018 issue of Produce Business. From Sumos to Pummelos, different varieties open huge opportunities for retailers. Oranges are still king… Read More
AVOCADOS FROM MEXICO: (ALMOST) ALWAYS IN SEASON
Originally printed in the November 2018 issue of Produce Business. Extraordinary merchandising boosts this versatile fruit. Few produce commodities have taken off in recent years… Read More