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Top News in the Produce Industry August 16 – 31

August 31, 2022

Here is our bi-weekly roundup of the latest food industry news. In the weeks of August 16 – 31, sales of fresh food grew online. About 30 grocery retailers were recognized by Forbes in the Best Employers List, and FMI released a report identifying that consumers still feel in control of their grocery expenses amidst the spike in prices.

An employee scans a pallet of fruit in a distribution center

4 Misconceptions About Traceability Technology

August 22, 2022

Is traceability technology a burdensome cost of compliance, or can it provide a return on investment? We’d like to present the 4 most common misconceptions we hear about traceability technology and show how it can benefit your business.

Workers packing cucumbers in a packing facility

What can your company do now to foster data sharing and consumer trust?

August 17, 2022

In Part 2 of our series with Dr. Bob Whitaker, he provides the next steps for companies who want to create a culture of data sharing and build trust with their buyers.

Top News in the Produce Industry August 1 – 15

August 15, 2022

Read the latest news of the Produce Industry and the Food Supply Chain.

A woman inspects fresh herbs in a grocery store produce department

Do you want consumers and customers to trust you? Then you’d better have data and be ready to share it.

August 10, 2022

In the 1990s, the airline industry was at a crossroads in terms of trust with consumers and government regulators. Can the airline industry approach to safety be a blueprint for fresh produce?

IAFP 2022 Annual Meeting Recap: Data Sharing, Building Trust, and Proactively Managing Food Safety Risks

August 9, 2022

Our team attended the International Association for Food Protection (IAFP) 2022 Annual Meeting in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It was a great opportunity to connect with other professionals and learn about the latest food safety issues. Here are some key takeaways from IAFP 2022.