TruSource has officially launched as a fresh produce collective designed to combine the strengths of regional distributors while preserving the local relationships and service models that customers value.   The new organization currently includes Freshway Foods, Forestwood and Nickey Gregory, bringing together more than 100 years of combined produce industry experience. Collectively, the companies serve […]

H-E-B is making its largest-ever investment in manufacturing and supply chain operations, announcing plans to spend $700 million on a major expansion designed to support the company’s continued growth and strengthen its ability to move fresh products throughout Texas.   The expansion centers on the retailer’s Foster Road campus in San Antonio and includes plans […]

Trader Joe’s is continuing its rapid growth across the United States, announcing nine additional store locations as part of a broader expansion plan that will bring 21 new stores to 13 states over the next six months. While the retailer is best known for its private-label offerings and loyal customer base, the expansion also underscores […]

The rapid growth of GLP-1 weight-loss medications may be creating an unexpected winner in the grocery store: fresh produce.   Speaking at the Wall Street Journal Global Food Forum earlier this month, Driscoll’s CEO Soren Bjorn said the company is seeing evidence that consumers using GLP-1 medications are purchasing more berries and other healthy foods, […]

Mission Produce is expanding its mango portfolio through a new partnership with Anthony Vineyards that will bring premium organic California-grown Keitt mangos to retailers during the summer season.   The agreement names Mission Produce as the marketing and distribution partner for Anthony Vineyards’ organic Keitt mango crop, a limited-supply program that combines two trends gaining […]