Dole Fresh Vegetables helps upgrade holiday tables
Dole Fresh Vegetables/Bud Antle, manufacturer of Dole-branded packaged salads, is making it easy for Americans to upgrade their holiday tables with one of its most popular family-sized salad kits.Reflecting the trend of more Americans eating salad for Thanksgiving and Christmas, the produce leader is teaming with Instacart to offer special savings on its best-selling Dole Family-Size Ultimate Caesar Kit.
Peak of the Market celebrates CFL playoffs
Canadian football fans looking to celebrate the CFL playoffs are invited to Peak of the Market’s booth at the Family Fun Zone during the Grey Cup Festival. Fans can compete in potato sack races, pick up a free mini football and meet Rosie the Red Potato — Peak of the Market’s friendly mascot. Fans can also collect one of two limited-edition player cards of Rosie, officially launching during the event, by participating in the races.
Walmart names next president and CEO
Walmart Inc. announced that its board of directors has elected John Furner to succeed Doug McMillon as president and CEO, effective Feb. 1, 2026. Furner was also elected to the company’s board of directors, effective immediately. McMillon will retire Jan. 31 but remain on the board of directors until the next annual shareholders’ meeting and help ensure a smooth transition.
Trendspotting: Online grocery sales top $11.5B in October, up over last year
Monthly online grocery sales totaled $11.6 billion in October 2025, a 10.5 percent increase over the previous year, according to the latest Brick Meets Click Grocery Shopper Survey, sponsored by Mercatus. October’s moderate growth rate compared to the 2024 surge was the result of an expanding base of monthly active users (MAUs), tempered by anemic gains in order frequency, and pullback in average order values (AOV).
Report shows Instacart’s role as grocery industry growth engine
An Economic Impact Report released by Instacart features new internal and third-party data revealing how its platform powers growth, earnings and food access across the grocery economy in the U.S. and Canada. What began more than a decade ago as a same-day grocery delivery app has grown into a vital ecosystem that fuels economic opportunity, strengthens communities and makes fresh, affordable food more accessible for millions.
Hy-Vee extending $3 meals and free kids meals to help local families
Hy-Vee continues to offer $3 meals for families through Nov. 14 at all stores with hot food service, including a breakfast buffet this weekend from 7 to 10 a.m. Children 12 and under can eat for free. The meals cost $3 for all other customers and are available for dine-in or takeout.The menu through Friday, Nov. 14, is as follows:
Organic Grower Summit brings innovation, inclusivity and exciting new features to Monterey
The Organic Grower Summit returns to the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa this Dec. 3-4 with a dynamic lineup of programs, demonstrations and services designed to elevate the organic farming community. From fostering the next generation of agricultural professionals to showcasing cutting-edge technology, OGS 2025 promises to be the must-attend event for organic growers and industry leaders.New Highlights Coming to OGS 2025
Amalia Zimmerman-Lommel honored with Frieda Rapoport Caplan Women’s Catalyst Award
Equitable Food Initiative recognized Amalia Zimmerman-Lommel of GoodFarms for receiving the 2025 Frieda Rapoport Caplan Women’s Catalyst Award.Named for produce industry pioneer Frieda Rapoport Caplan, the award honors individuals who mentor women, act with integrity and create pathways for others to thrive professionally. It is presented annually during the Women’s Fresh Perspectives Breakfast held during the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce and Floral Show.
Oppy's John Anderson inducted into the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame
Oppy Chairman, CEO and Managing Partner John Anderson has been inducted into the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame, recognizing his extraordinary impact on Canada’s agriculture and food industry over the past 50 years.
Western Growers gathers for 99th annual meeting at Hotel del Coronado
The Western Growers Association gathered at the Hotel del Coronado this year for its 99th annual meeting, filling the sun-washed halls with the familiar hum of growers, shippers and innovators comparing notes on an industry that never stops moving. Over four days, leaders dug into the issues facing farmers in the West — AI, innovation and the economy — a reminder that even in a risk filled business like agriculture, gathering together at events such as this bring encouragement and clarity to the road ahead.