As more families turn to local food banks for support, Food Lion is stepping up to meet an increased need for food assistance. The retailer has increased its donation to $1.6 million to nourish families and bring hope to communities across its 10-state operating area. As previously announced, the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation committed to $1 million in emergency grants to food bank partners and launched an in-store donation campaign Nov. 1–4 at all Food Lion locations. During the four-day activation, customers contributed nearly $300,000 in register donations. Food Lion is matching

As the Florida fall season ramps up, Pioneer Growers Cooperative, one of the nation’s largest growers and shippers of sweet corn and a key supplier of a wide range of fresh vegetables, is excited for the season ahead. Having celebrated its 75th anniversary earlier this year, the Belle Glade, FL-based cooperative continues to thrive through innovation, collaboration and a deep connection to the land.

Save A Lot is launching its annual Bags for a Brighter Holiday food donation program. Now in its 10th year, this initiative helps Save A Lot stores support the hometowns in which they operate by donating much-needed, high-quality food to local charities fighting hunger. Now through Dec. 24, customers can purchase pre-assembled bags of food for $5.49 as they’re checking out at the register at any of Save A Lot’s 485 participating stores nationwide. Each bag is stocked with private label and brand name food items, including stuffing mix, canned vegetables and other pantry staples from Save A Lot

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas announced Gonzalo Avila, CEO of Malena Produce, as the 2025 FPAA Member of the Year during its annual meeting held Nov. 4 at the Tubac Golf Resort & Spa. The Member of the Year Award represents one of the association’s highest honors, recognizing leaders whose vision, service and commitment leave an enduring mark on the fresh produce industry and the FPAA community.

November is Arizona Leafy Greens Month, a time to celebrate the significant contributions of the state's leafy greens industry to feeding the nation. This annual observance highlights Arizona's role as the "winter lettuce capital of the U.S.", contributing 25 percent of the nation's lettuce production annually and generating a $2 billion impact in Arizona each year. Gov. Hobbs has issued an official proclamation recognizing November as Arizona Leafy Greens Month, underscoring the state's commitment to public health and food safety within the agricultural sector. Throughout November, the

Instacart and Partnership for a Healthier America announced a major milestone in their shared effort to improve food access. Together, they have connected families across the country to 10 million servings of produce, and — through Good Food at Home, PHA’s signature nutrition security program — delivered fruits and vegetables directly to the doors of more than 17,000 people in 12 cities. Instacart and PHA have been bringing fruits and vegetables to people’s doorsteps since 2022 through Good Food at Home. Prior to the partnership, PHA was only able to provide families pre-packaged produce boxes