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Ag Secretary Rollins: Real food and open markets are national security
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins told the Washington Conference that the industry’s health not just economic but a matter of national survival.
General News
IFPA soft launches ‘realest food’ campaign
IFPA and FFP debuted its new consumer campaign, urging Americans to “eat the realest food all day every day.”
CPMA presses for free and fair trade and food security
CPMA held its 2026 Fresh Future Conference, a refreshed spring advocacy event that builds on the success of previous Farm…
Produce industry headlines: June 10, 2026
Read about Walmart and Amazon’s challenge to regional grocers, FMI on today’s inflation report, NY Apple’s new CEO, and more.
Produce companies launch Produce Coalition for USMCA
The Produce Coalition for USMCA plans to advocate for continued consumer access to affordable fresh produce and tariff-free trade.
HHS Secretary: All government food programs to align with dietary guidelines
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said within the next six months, all government-funded food programs will align with dietary…
Ag Secretary Rollins: Real food and open markets are national security
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins told the Washington Conference that the industry’s health not just economic but a matter of national…
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Retail
Food Lion launches MVP Savings Spectacular
With summer ahead and families looking for more ways to stretch their grocery budget, Food Lion launches a special savings…
Weis Markets launches Instacart AI-powered Caper Carts
Instacart and Weis Markets launch Caper Carts at select Weis locations in Pennsylvania with additional rollouts planned throughout the year.
AWG partnership expands digital commerce and retail media platform
RSA America announces a partnership with AWG to expand integrated digital commerce and retail media offerings to AWG’s 1,100 member…
Sam’s Club teams with Jason Sudeikis for ‘Come join us’ campaign
Sam’s Club is teaming up with actor and producer Jason Sudeikis to invite people to experience a club built for…
Amazon announces Prime Day event June 23–26
This Prime Day, members can save big on fresh groceries with select items like $1 red cherries, $1 hot dogs…
Walmart expands 30-minute-delivery to 33 U.S. markets
The availability of 30-minute-or-less delivery builds on Walmart’s long-term convenience strategy and broader Express Delivery offering.
People
Grocery Outlet appoints two officers
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. appoints Paul Miller as EVP, Chief Purchasing and Merchandising Officer, and Ian Ferry as EVP and…
Oppy names new director of marketing as longtime leader to retire
Vice President of Marketing Karin Gardner is retiring June 30, passing the torch to newly appointed Director of Marketing Kelsey…
Westfalia Fruit appoints president, North America
Westfalia Fruit appoints Tommy Padilla as President, North America. Padilla joined the business on June 1.
Fresh Solutions Network announces Dave Masser’s appointment
Fresh Solutions Network announces that Dave Masser, CEO of the Masser Family of Companies, has been elected as Chairman by…
California Giant Berry Farms expands sales staff, names VP of Sales and Marketing
California Giant Berry Farms announced a major investment in its commercial leadership with the return of industry veteran Tom Smith.
FMI names VP of Fresh Foods
FMI appoints David Haaf as vice president of Fresh Foods, bringing more than 30 years of experience in retail, foodservice,…
Featured Stories
Fresh produce inflation continues surge in May 2026
Fresh fruit and vegetable inflation is more than double the pace of food (3.1% annually), as overall inflation the highest…
ProduceIQ: North America kicks around USMCA’s future
As the USA, Mexico, and Canada jointly host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, there’s renewed uncertainty over the future of…
Week in Preview: Washington Conference
At the annual event next week, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins is scheduled to address IFPA members for the first…
ProduceIQ: Avocados surge as growers hold back harvests
For produce markets, fewer tropical storms could mean fewer supply disruptions along the Gulf and Atlantic coasts during the season.
Selling the family business taught me how to lead it
Trust the process, yourself, and the potential in your company. It could even be the unlock for you, like it…
ProduceIQ: Memorial Day markets heat up as romaine, peppers surge
Week #21 index prices remain near average, as declining tomato and wet-veg supplies offset pressure elsewhere.
Transportation
Truck Availability Report, June 5, 2026
Blue Book Services has partnered with CarrierSource to highlight the top-rated trucking companies located near primary produce shipping hubs.
Blue Book Sets a New Standard for Fresh Food Transportation with First-Ever Broker Certification
Blue Book Services launches Blue Book Transportation, the first subscription product built for transportation brokers operating in fresh food.
The Next Standard for Fresh Food Transportation
Blue Book Transportation is the first certification built for fresh food freight brokers — 9 modules covering the cold chain,…
Truck Availability Report, May 29, 2026
Blue Book Services has partnered with CarrierSource to highlight the top-rated trucking companies located near primary produce shipping hubs.
Truck Availability Report, May 22, 2026
Blue Book Services has partnered with CarrierSource to highlight the top-rated trucking companies located near primary produce shipping hubs.
An early look at how the logistics industry may change after a Supreme Court ruling
A recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling is expected to expand liability exposure for logistics companies, which should change the business.
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