Miles Farmers Market
A popular gourmet grocery sprouts from roadside farm stand. Visit Miles Farmers Market and it’s apparent that this is a house that produce built. For… Read More
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Creating Tailgating Momentum
Design displays to capitalize on this lucrative segment. The produce departments at Rice Epicurean Markets in Houston, Michael’s Fresh Market in Naperville, IL, and Georgetown… Read More
Des Moines: Retail Climate
There are approximately 550 full-service conventional grocery stores in Iowa, according to the Iowa Department of Public Health. This equals one grocery store for every… Read More
Produce Gets Schooled in Lunch Programs
Nation’s school districts, industry organizations implement initiatives to introduce, grow and promote fruits and vegetables. It doesn’t take much to get the 48,000 students in… Read More
Encouraging Kids to Snack On Fresh Produce
Five ways retailers can make fruits and veggies top of mind. The good news is kids are eating more fruit. The bad news is even… Read More
A Competitive Retail Landscape
Marsh supermarkets battles for a share of indy’s diverse consumer demographics. Indiana residents spend $16 billion per year on food; for those living in Indianapolis,… Read More
Peruvian Avocados Meet Exotic And Tasty Criteria
How using promotions that play off the fruit’s health benefits and taste can increase sales. The stars seem ideally aligned for Peruvian avocados to continue… Read More
Michigan Produce: Caters to Bevy of Outlets
The state’s farmers serve both national and local markets. Every summer and fall, Michigan farmers harvest the most squash and pickling cucumbers in the nation,… Read More
The Ever-Debateable Dirty Dozen List
More dirt than dirty, the list grows detractors. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) recently issued its 20th annual “Dirty Dozen” list of fruits and vegetables… Read More
Special Report: UK’s Retail Revolution May Portent Future for Produce
Deep discounter, the dining-out movement, convenience shopping and online retailers are just some of the factors affecting traditional retailers… and ultimately their suppliers. Unquestionably, things… Read More