VOL. 83 | Love Is In The Air
Articles in This Issue
Entering a New Era
Fighting to bridge generational divides, the grower’s John Shuman discusses how it’s building loyalty in the next era of shoppers...
My Favorite Things: Natalie Kaita, Director of Sales, Famous Software
Take a peek behind the curtain to uncover some of the exciting—and surprising—things that make the Famous Software Director tick...
A Reflection of Change: Reading the Future in the Past: A Q&A Between Ron Lemaire and Sam Silvestro
An in-depth conversation between these fresh produce titans weighs in on industry advancements, challenges, diversification, and more…
A Culture of Celebration
Looking ahead, Lizette Gomez deep dives into the retailer's expanding fresh concept and progressive produce department format...
Sensory Awakening
These fresh experts share the blueprint behind a creative retail program aimed at sparking a sensory awakening in the produce department…
Calling to Connection
Melissa De Leon Chavez takes a deep dive into one of our industry's unique differentiators in this op-ed...
Embracing the Journey: A Q&A With Carrie Mack, Senior Sourcing Manager, Walmart
Walmart’s Senior Sourcing Manager shares her thoughts on labor challenges, industry connection, and more in this insightful Snack exclusive...
Blueberries SnackChat
Several blueberry experts dive into the possibilities that lie within the category when it comes to boosting register rings during this prime period...
California Avocados Snackchat
Experts from Freska Produce International, Westfalia Fruit USA, and more explore how buyers can harness the staple category to boost basket share...
Sweetening the Deal: A Q&A With Susan Noritake, Director of Sales, Bako Sweet®
National celebrations bring unique opportunities to the category; Susan Noritake explains how while exploring these strategies...
A Generous Heart: Remembering Marianne Santo
Friends from across the world of produce reflect on a cherished legacy left behind by the industry legend...
ISSUE 83 February - EDITOR'S LETTER
Hear from our Editor in Chief about how one powerful conversation with an industry pundit shifted her perspective...
A Closer Look at Naturipe Farms Sweet Selections Berries
Could life get any sweeter? February already has consumers feeling the rush ahead of Valentine’s Day dates and celebrations, and if you ask me, fresh produce has earned its spot as the sixth...
A Closer Look at Calavo Growers AvoFresco Rebrand
I bring two lessons to you in this segment:...
A Closer Look at Pure Flavor® Tiki Tomatoes™
Toes sink into white sand. A tropical breeze flutters across your hair. The sun beats down rays of warmth as you listen to waves gently crashing on the shore....
Sharing the View: Helping Leaders Better Summit Career Peaks. A Q&A with Julie Krivanek, Founder, Krivanek Consulting
As the consulting expert rebrands her skill set, she took a beat to relay the importance of a guiding hand at even the highest levels of leadership...