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Features October 1, 2019

SNACK ATTACK

Originally printed in the October 2019 issue of Produce Business. Saying yes can help kids consume more fruits and vegetables.

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The Fallacy of Food As Medicine

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Five-Year Evaluation Confirms 53% of Parents Reported Increased Veg Consumption

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Jim Prevor, Industry Icon and Maverick Thought-Leader, Passes Away

We are deeply saddened to report that Jim Prevor has suddenly passed away from heart failure after being stricken by a heart attack and stroke. On this earth for merely [...]

FROM THE GROUND UP: How ITUM Drives Grape Innovation in Spain and Beyond

The history of Spanish table grape breeder ITUM is a grassroots success story in the true sense of the word, and it is one that is inextricably linked to the [...]

Pundit’s Mailbag: John Pandol Reveals The Myth of Europe Being ‘Ahead of Us’ in Climate Change, Challenges IFPA Leadership to ‘Autopsy the Disasters’

John Pandol has spoken out on many topics both here at the Pundit and on sister publication, PRODUCE BUSINESS magazine. Now our piece — Will Climate-Change Fanaticism Bankrupt The West? [...]

Pundit’s Mailbag: Bay Cities Produce ‘Experiment’ with EV Trucks Sheds Light on Climate-Change Fanaticism

Our piece — Will Climate-Change Fanaticism Bankrupt the West? —brought many responses, including this one. The first issue, of course, is that whatever one may think is the desirability of [...]

Pundit’s Mailbag — ‘Sound Common Sense’ Involving Logic and Reason

Our piece — Will Climate-Change Fanaticism Bankrupt The West? — brought many comments including some short but clear ones. If we need anything right now, it is clear-headed thinking. The [...]

Pundit’s Mailbag: Arkansas’ Contribution to Cotton Candy and Other Grape Varieties

One of the most important produce breeders in the world is about to retire from his position at the University of Arkansas. The American Pomological Society is giving him an [...]

South Mill Champs Strengthens its Market Presence with the Acquisition of World Fresh Produce

South Mill Champs Strengthens its Market Presence with the Acquisition of World Fresh Produce

South Mill Champs, a vertically integrated North American grower and supplier of fresh mushrooms and functional mushroom foods, proudly announces the acquisition of World Fresh Produce, a dynamic global fresh produce sourcing organization. This strategic acquisition enhances South Mill Champs' position in the overall produce space, combining its expertise in mushrooms with World Fresh Produce's experience with specialty produce items. ... Continue reading: South Mill Champs Strengthens its Market Presence with the Acquisition of World Fresh Produce. [...]

Sweet Karoline Blackberries are Primed for an Exciting Season

Sweet Karoline Blackberries are Primed for an Exciting Season

Although smaller in size, Sweet Karoline® blackberries pack a big flavor punch! Sweet Karoline® is a little blackberry that is primed to put more blackberries in more households. With blackberries trailing their berry counterparts (raspberries, blueberries, and strawberries) in household penetration. Better tasting blackberry varieties are the key to getting more consumers to try them and add them to their weekly shopping list. ... Continue reading: Sweet Karoline Blackberries are Primed for an Exciting Season. [...]

Peruvian Gastronomy Showcases Full Flavor at New York Produce Show

Peruvian Gastronomy Showcases Full Flavor at New York Produce Show

The Trade Commission Office for Peru based in New York City will be exhibiting Peruvian flavors at the New York Produce Show from December 4-6, 2023. The Trade Commission Office and key Peruvian exporters and importers will spotlight Peru’s culinary and cultural styles while demonstrating the relationship between its food, culture, and gastronomical contribution. ... Continue reading: Peruvian Gastronomy Showcases Full Flavor at New York Produce Show. [...]

Category Partners, LLC Welcomes New SVP of Business Development to Drive Growth and Expansion

Category Partners, LLC Welcomes New SVP of Business Development to Drive Growth and Expansion

Category Partners, LLC, a leading provider of data and insights solutions to the perishable industries, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Aimee Smith as SVP Business Development. Aimee brings with her a depth of organizational skills and experience that will allow her to play a pivotal role from day one in driving the next stage of Category Partners’ growth. ... Continue reading: Category Partners, LLC Welcomes New SVP of Business Development to Drive Growth and Expansion. [...]

Dole Launches Premium Dragon Fruit Program in North America

Dole Launches Premium Dragon Fruit Program in North America

Dole Food Company announced it is now offering high quality Dragon Fruit to consumers across the western United States and Canada. ... Continue reading: Dole Launches Premium Dragon Fruit Program in North America. [...]

BDA/Dorot Farm Carrots Launching Upcoming Season’s New Crop at the NY Produce Show

BDA/Dorot Farm Carrots Launching Upcoming Season’s New Crop at the NY Produce Show

BDA/Dorot Farm, the number one grower group of fresh and sweet carrots is launching their new crop for the upcoming season in the North American region. Dorot Farm supplies jumbo carrots to markets, foodservice and ‘fresh and cut’ companies. They also provide cello carrots in 1lb, 2lb, 3lb and 5lb bags to major retail chains in the Northeast and Canada. ... Continue reading: BDA/Dorot Farm Carrots Launching Upcoming Season’s New Crop at the NY Produce Show. [...]

An inside guide and booth reviews for the 2023 New York Produce Show and Conference

An inside guide and booth reviews for the 2023 New York Produce Show and Conference

Next week, one of the biggest annual events in the fresh produce industry kicks off at the Javits Center in New York City. The New York Produce Show and Conference, presented by the Eastern Produce Council, opens on Dec. 5, welcoming in a large pool of buyers, thought-leaders and of course companies from across the […] The post An inside guide and booth reviews for the 2023 New York Produce Show and Conference appeared first on Produce Business UK. [...]

Pioneering Sustainable Agriculture: Africa Organics Fuels Morocco’s Date Value Chain Revolution

Pioneering Sustainable Agriculture: Africa Organics Fuels Morocco’s Date Value Chain Revolution

Comprehensive Feasibility Study Lays Groundwork for a Sustainable, Vertically Integrated Date Value Chain In a progressive stride towards sustainable agricultural practices in Morocco, Africa Organics has spearheaded a meticulous feasibility study, representing the Subnational Climate Fund (SCF). This initiative is a part of SCF’s global mission to uplift mid-sized subnational infrastructure projects across developing nations, […] The post Pioneering Sustainable Agriculture: Africa Organics Fuels Morocco’s Date Value Chain Revolution appeared first on Produce Business UK. [...]

Tesco gives customers relief at tills by trialling scan-free technology in Fulham

Tesco has unveiled new technology in a Fulham supermarket that allows customers to go through checkouts or self-service tills without having to scan their items. The store at Tesco Fulham Reach Express is featuring GetGo’s app and scan-free checkouts, which will conventiently show the list of items from their baskets. Shoppers can pay as they […] The post Tesco gives customers relief at tills by trialling scan-free technology in Fulham appeared first on Produce Business UK. [...]

Baking, snacking and gifting can make displays of dried fruits, nuts a seasonal treat

Baking, snacking and gifting can make displays of dried fruits, nuts a seasonal treat

Dried fruits and nuts nourish the sweet and savory joys of autumn and winter events. Displays of in-shell nut assortments, dramatized by the colors of dried fruits, beckon customers to not only savor the snacks, but also promise the pleasures of the forthcoming holidays. During this season, more produce departments are accommodating suppliers’ need for […] The post Baking, snacking and gifting can make displays of dried fruits, nuts a seasonal treat appeared first on Produce Business UK. [...]

Sweet and colourful New Zealand apricots primed for big export season

Apricot lovers around the world – including the UK – will get their first taste of New Zealand’s specialty apricots soon when Central Otago producer Ardgour Valley Orchards officially launches its export program. Ardgour Valley Orchards’ director Sharon Kirk said three specialty varieties bred by New Zealand’s Plant & Food Research specifically for the Central […] The post Sweet and colourful New Zealand apricots primed for big export season appeared first on Produce Business UK. [...]

Which UK supermarket earned British Growers crown for biggest growth in berry sales?

To be named Retailer of the Year by the assocation whose members supply nearly all of the berries in UK supermarkets is no small feat. Given the displays seen at some top retailers, the choice in 2023 by British Berry Growers might be surprising. But it is certainly warranted given the tremendous strides they’ve made […] The post Which UK supermarket earned British Growers crown for biggest growth in berry sales? appeared first on Produce Business UK. [...]

Logistics troubles mount for banana shipments through Panama Canal, so will that impact UK?

Logistics troubles mount for banana shipments through Panama Canal, so will that impact UK?

An article published in the Journal of Commerce by analyst Richard Bright analyzes the impact of transit cuts and delays in the Panama Canal regarding Latin American perishable exports that must pass through the Canal to reach their destination. With delays on the Panama Canal already standing at 10 days for vessels that have not pre-booked a transit, there are […] The post Logistics troubles mount for banana shipments through Panama Canal, so will that impact UK? appeared first on Produce Business UK. [...]

Robust harvest helps bring Kissabel’s unique colours, profile to UK retailers

It’s been a banner autumn for the star of all apples, Kissabel, in the UK. British partner Worldwide Fruit was the first to begin harvesting, ahead of France, Italy, Germany and Switzerland. And it also marked the start of marketing campaigns to get the word out on the red Rouge, pink flesh and yellow and […] The post Robust harvest helps bring Kissabel’s unique colours, profile to UK retailers appeared first on Produce Business UK. [...]

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