What Chefs Want is expanding its fresh-cut produce capabilities in Florida with the acquisition of Quality Cut Produce, adding production capacity as foodservice operators increasingly look for products that can reduce kitchen labor. Quality Cut Produce is a Florida-based processor of prepared fruits and vegetables serving restaurants, schools, healthcare providers, hospitality groups and other foodservice […]

Mission Produce reported sharply higher avocado volume and revenue in its fiscal third quarter as the company begins integrating Calavo Growers into its operations. Revenue for the quarter ended July 31 reached $450 million, up 26% from $357.7 million during the same period last year. Avocado volume increased 38%, partially offset by a 9% decline […]

Fresh Thyme Market is expanding its use of artificial intelligence across produce and other fresh departments after an initial production-planning rollout helped the retailer sharply increase adherence to production plans and boost deli sales. The 70-store Midwest retailer is rolling out Afresh Production Planning across produce, deli, meat and bakery departments. Fresh Thyme has worked […]

The world around us is changing fast as the economic pendulum swings in many unknown directions. New trends have company executives trying to figure out what exactly lies ahead for their businesses. There are many mixed signals being circulated about various changes that are visualized over the horizon in the way of trend alerts.  The […]

Ancient Origins: Archaeological evidence shows humans started cultivating grapes as early as 6000 BC in present-day Georgia.    Massive Variety: There are more than 8,000 to 10,000 grape varieties in the world.    Already Ripened: Grapes do not get any sweeter after they are picked. They must be fully ripe before harvesting.   The Oldest […]