Unearthing Opportunities in Fresh Potato Retail Sales

May 9, 2024 Potatoes USA

While fresh potatoes are the number three seller in produce department dollar sales[1], retail analysts suggest there is still substantial opportunity for growth. To help grocers seize potatoes’ full potential, Potatoes USA has released a new educational series filled with fresh data and actionable recommendations.

Four Star Fruit Elevates the Table Grape Experience with Acquisition of Columbine Vineyards’ Holiday Grape Program

May 9, 2024 Four Star Fruit, Inc.

The premium table grape category continues to experience dynamic changes as demand for its top-tier varieties and programs remains at the top of retailers’ minds across the globe. In response, Four Star Fruit, a leading grower of organic and conventional table grapes, solidifies its position as a frontrunner in the industry with the recent acquisition from Agriculture Capital of Columbine Vineyards’ Holiday® grape program. 

Mushroom Council Announces Planned Transition of President Bart Minor

May 9, 2024 Mushroom Council

The Council is conducting a nationwide search for Minor’s successor. The Council plans to complete this transition no later than December 1, 2024. The search committee will post a job overview on the Council’s website: www.mushroomcouncil.org. Interested candidates should email a resume and cover letter illustrating career history and qualifications to careers@mushroomcouncil.org.

Pepper Announces Expansion of Smart Solutions for Independent Foodservice Distributors

May 9, 2024 Pepper

Smart Solutions, integrated within the Pepper app, offers manufacturers several modules to advertise with, including native banner ads, sponsored search keywords and lead generation through sample requests. Campaign results are monitored and reported back to participating suppliers, maintaining transparency into campaign effectiveness. Early campaign results have shown an average of 8x return on ad sales (ROAS), while certain campaigns have seen as much as 15x return on investment.

Square Kiosk Arrives to Make Ordering Faster and More Intuitive for Restaurants and Diners

May 9, 2024 Square

Square unveiled Square Kiosk, a fully integrated software, hardware, and payments solution that enables self-serve ordering for quick-service restaurants. Designed with fast-moving and fast-growing restaurants in mind, Square Kiosk empowers guests to customize and place orders through its sleek and intuitive design, an easy-to-use interface, and embedded contactless and chip payment technology. It also untethers restaurant staff from the counter, freeing them to focus on other tasks. Square Kiosk is the latest technology from Square as it continues to invest in its hardware and software portfolio and expand its food and beverage offerings.