Marking the first anniversary of their historic partnership, Oppy and DEEP Earth Energy Production, which utilizes geothermal energy for commercial-scale power production, are on track to deliver one of Canada's greenest and most innovative greenhouses. The project combines DEEP's geothermal energy expertise with Oppy's leadership in the fresh produce sector, setting the stage for a new era in energy-efficient greenhouse farming. The facility will integrate geothermal energy into its design and operations, using the Earth’s heat to power and warm the greenhouse, reducing the need for fossil

The online grocery landscape sustained its turbo-charged growth in March 2025, ending up 21 percent versus a year ago with $9.7 billion in monthly sales, according to the Brick Meets Click Grocery Shopper Survey fielded March 30-31 and sponsored by Mercatus. Delivery continued to be the main driver of the top-line increase, as it surged more than 30 percent year over year, due to expansion of its monthly active user (MAU) base. The latest monthly performance gains for eGrocery sales reflect the ongoing impact of aggressive promotions and deep discounts on annual memberships and/or

The International Fresh Produce Association brought the joy of fresh to the annual White House Easter Egg Roll and celebrated this cherished American tradition with thousands of fresh carrots and vibrant spring flowers. A beloved event since 1878, the Easter Egg Roll is hosted on the White House South Lawn. This year, more than 40,000 children and their families are expected to attend the day filled with fun, creativity and springtime celebration. “IFPA is pleased to share the joy of fresh produce and florals at this iconic event,” said IFPA CEO Cathy Burns. “The Easter Egg Roll is a wonderful

This Cinco de Mayo, ¡Yo Quiero! Brands is turning up the heat with an exciting marketing and PR campaign designed to solidify the brand as The Ultimate Dip Destination for consumers and retailers alike. Putting the cinco in Cinco de Mayo, ¡Yo Quiero! is unleashing a fiesta of five creative activations to make sure their dips take center stage at every celebration. ¡Yo Quiero! will kick things off with themed TV segments featuring registered dietitians, who will be sharing simple yet delicious recipes made with the brand’s products, all while highlighting the nutritional benefits that make

Earthbound Farm has partnered with Instacart to launch a high-impact Earth Month campaign aimed at inspiring healthier, more sustainable choices. The multi-channel initiative spans digital, social and mobile platforms, featuring eco-conscious influencers, targeted outreach via Instacart’s email, mobile channels and a promo code offer for fresh greens (FromEarth2You at checkout while supplies last). The campaign spotlights Earthbound Farm’s fresh greens while reinforcing the connection between personal health and planetary well-being. On Earth Day, Instacart users nationwide will experience an

Jay Mahabir has been named SpartanNash's vice president of retail operations, effective immediately. Mahabir will oversee retail operations at nearly 200 SpartanNash-operated stores in 10 states. He will be focused on leading an excellent in-store and online experience for associates and shoppers. "We will continue to enhance our shopping experience by focusing on freshness, value and convenience, and Jay will play a critical role in leading this work," said SpartanNash Senior Vice President and Chief Retail Officer Djouma Barry. "Jay will also be focused on developing our talent pipeline, so