Packaging plays a “huge role” when a producer makes the decision to begin selling it retail, says Andrew Abendshein, president of Houston-based Acre in a Box, a grower of hydroponic lettuce.
When most people think of the grocery store produce department, they likely picture consumers sniffing and squeezing (maybe tasting) individual fruits and vegetables before putting them in their baskets.
As cooler weather nears, produce departments will be stocked with the latest, most popular specialty items that retailers can use to boost sales and make the holiday season more festive.
Leading berry grower-shipper Wish Farms will spotlight its new augmented reality (AR) technology at the Produce Marketing Association’s Fresh Summit convention Oct. 18-19.
The Produce Marketing Association will honor two industry veterans with leadership awards at its annual Fresh Summit Convention & Expo Oct. 17 in Anaheim, California.