Blendtec Unveils Top 10 Trends For Foodservice Smoothies In 2016

December 30, 2015 Blendtec

After extensive industry research and in collaboration with leaders in the foodservice industry, Blendtec® publishes an article predicting the top ten smoothie trends for 2016, as a part of its series of insights-driven articles: “Blending Success.”

Interstate Container Educates Growers & Packers On Top Three Sustainable Box Qualities At SERFVC 2016

December 30, 2015 Interstate Container

Shipping over 5 million sustainable boxes every month, Interstate Container will help growers and packers understand the top three things to look for when selecting eco-friendly produce boxes during SERFVC 2016 at Booth #437 / 439.

UK: Morrisons Parts Ways With The Co-Founder Of Its Banana-Ripening Venture In Lincolnshire

December 30, 2015 Marion Dakers, The Telegraph

Morrisons has parted ways with the fruit supplier that helped it set up its banana ripening warehouse in Lincolnshire two years ago. The supermarket, which prides itself on being invested in its supply chain, has spent £2.9m to buy out Global Pacific from its Wm Morrison Bananas joint venture, and has brought in the fruit giant Fyffes as its new banana partner.

Fruit, Vegetable Supply Issues Likely To Force Canadian Grocery Price Hikes

December 30, 2015 Staff Reporter, CBC News

Your grocery bill will likely be higher in the new year thanks, in part, to climate change and the low Canadian dollar driving up the cost of fruits and vegetables.

Cauliflower Shortage In The US Has Prices Skyrocketing

You’re not alone if you’re having trouble finding cauliflower in US or Canadian grocery stores—or digesting the price, which has recently been observed at $7 per head or more.