Produce is a fast-moving industry and as such, you may need help staying up-to-date on market issues, merchandising innovations, trends and more. Whether there is something new and exciting happening in our industry or adverse weather that has affected key crops, it is our job to make sure you are informed of current information. To do that, we developed this News & Articles section of our website. In it, you should find interesting information about all sorts of things that are affecting our industry.
Also, if you come across an industry-related article that you want to share with your fellow stores, please send it to us to post on our website.
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Floral Merchandising With Stacy McCoy & Farm Highlight
Merchandising: the activity of promoting the sale of goods, especially by their presentation in reta
- Sep. 03, 2021
- Floral
2021 Cherry Cup Winners
2021 Cherry Cup Winners! Click here to see the best displays for each ad group
- Aug. 10, 2021
- Announcements
FLORAL FALL EXPO 2021 OFFERINGS PREVIEW
Want to be prepared for Fall & Winter orders? Take a look at the preview for this years upcomin
- Aug. 10, 2021
- Floral
NO WORRIES RECALL
Grimmway Farms Unaffected Customer Letter
- Jul. 22, 2021
- Past Recalls and/or Notifications
Taste Local Display
Here's a great idea for putting the grower posters next to the daily in stock sign!
- Jul. 16, 2021
- Articles
Featured Item of The Week "Broccoli & Brussels Sprouts"
Click Here For Details
- Jul. 13, 2021
- Articles
"4 P's of Merchandising: Product, Placement, Pricing & Promotion"
"The Four P's of Merchandising: Product, Placement, Pricing and Promotion"
- Jul. 05, 2021
- Articles
Proper Watering For Your Spring Rack Plants and Hanging Baskets
Proper watering of container plants is crucial to having them perform at their best.
- May 04, 2021
- Floral
Peirone Floral Shortage
Please take a moment to read the letter attached below regarding the floral shortage.
- Apr. 02, 2021
- Floral
A Beginner's Guide To Indoor Plant Pests
Click below to find out what to look for, plus some tips on how to treat the problem.
- Mar. 30, 2021
- Floral
How to Care For Your Potted Easter Lilly
If you just picked up a potted Easter lily to brighten up your home for spring, follow the steps be
- Mar. 22, 2021
- Floral
Coachella and Mexico grapes
The Coachella and Mexico grape seasons will be here soon,
- Mar. 19, 2021
- Articles
State of the Union: Fresh Cut Flowers
Here are some notes from the Floral state of the industry.
- Mar. 15, 2021
- Floral
Designing with Charmelia
We are now carrying Charmelia. Watch the videos below to learn some designing techniques.
- Mar. 09, 2021
- Floral
Farm to Home
Join us on the journey of the life of a flower, from seed to your home
- Mar. 04, 2021
- Floral
Read all about it... Produce "Shines" during the Pandemic!
Shoppers seek an immunity boost from fruits and veggies
- Feb. 15, 2021
- Articles
Easy to Make Vegetable & Potato Nuggets
Looking for a snack to make for The Super Bowl?
- Feb. 05, 2021
- Recipes
Valentine's Day Spending Stat's
Just over half (52 percent) of U.S. adults plan to celebrate Valentine's Day this year.
- Feb. 01, 2021
- Floral
Wrapping Bouquets
Want tips on how to wrap flowers like a pro? Watch the video below.
- Jan. 19, 2021
- Floral
Update on celery reduction
Many of you are aware of the reduction of celery supply available from the Oxnard growing area.
- Jan. 18, 2021
- Articles
Positive Words To Describe Flowers
Find the positive where positivity can be found.
- Jan. 04, 2021
- Floral
Peirone Floral & Fresca Farms Design Entries
Click below to see the entries and winners
- Dec. 23, 2020
- Floral
And the winner is.....
Pom Wonderful announces winner of Peirone/Pom display contest.
- Dec. 10, 2020
- Contest
Everything You Wanted To Know About Citrus
Click Below To Learn All About It.
- Dec. 03, 2020
- Articles
Tips on selling onions year-round
Four Top-Tips To Sell More Onions Year-Round
- Dec. 01, 2020
- Articles
Looking for something fun....
Want to test your knowledge? Click below to download the crossword puzzle and see how much you know
- Dec. 01, 2020
- Articles
Everything You Wanted To Know About Squash But Were Afraid To Ask
Click Below To Learn All About It.
- Nov. 23, 2020
- Articles
Everything You Wanted To Know About Celery
Click Below To Learn All About It.
- Nov. 18, 2020
- Articles
Fresh Express Recalls Expired Caesar Supreme Kit
Click below for details or call your Peirone Produce sales rep.
- Nov. 17, 2020
- Recalls/Alerts
Tanimura & Antle voluntarily recalling it's Romaine Lettuce
Click Here For Details
- Nov. 09, 2020
- Past Recalls and/or Notifications
Everything You Wanted To Know About Sweet Potatoes
Click Below To Learn All About It.
- Nov. 02, 2020
- Articles
Read what consumers are saying about Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving 2020 from a Consumers perspective.
- Nov. 02, 2020
- Articles
Merchandising With Mushrooms
Five Ways To Sell More Fresh Mushrooms Year-Round
- Oct. 15, 2020
- Articles
US, Mexico sign agreement to strengthen food safety
The FDA and its counterparts in Mexico are taking steps to strengthen collaboration on food safety
- Oct. 08, 2020
- Food Safety
Seneca Food Corp issued a recall on "Cinnamon Apple Chips"
On October 2, 2020, Seneca Food Corporation issued a recall on Cinnamon Apple Chips. Peirone Produce
- Oct. 02, 2020
- Past Recalls and/or Notifications
Peirone's Fall/Winter Expo "No Show/No Door" Door Prizes
Contact your peirone sales team for details Books due back to peirone no later than september 16
- Sep. 10, 2020
- Articles
Macchiato Rose Collection
Pre-book now through Nov 16th, 2020 Limited quantities Click for Print Out
- Aug. 31, 2020
- Floral
Fall is Right Around The Corner "The ABC's of Fall Produce"
Fall is harvest time and back to school time (maybe).
- Aug. 28, 2020
- Articles
Recall Plan / Instructions For Stores To Use
Product recalls are always a constant presence in retail grocery.
- Aug. 26, 2020
- Food Safety
Sympathy Flowers
When a customer is ordering flowers for the loss of a loved one please remember to be compassionate.
- Aug. 25, 2020
- Floral
Ixo of Chrysal – Farm Processing & Proper Care of flowers and equipment
Click here for Video
- Aug. 20, 2020
- Floral
California Heat Wave
California Heat Wave\Wild Fires Impacting Some Crops. Click here for more info
- Aug. 19, 2020
- Articles
Produce In Tacos
What other foods can rival the status of avocados and pineapples in current pop culture?
- Aug. 19, 2020
- Articles
Prima Wawona of Fresno, California is voluntarily recalling its Wawona bagged peaches
Click Here For Details
- Aug. 18, 2020
- Past Recalls and/or Notifications
Thompson International Onion Recall
Click here for more info on Peirone Produce & Mary's Harvest
- Aug. 06, 2020
- Past Recalls and/or Notifications
Research shows that Eggs help keep produce Fresh
Researchers used eggs for the base of an inexpensive micron-thick coating that prolonged the shelf l
- Jul. 31, 2020
- Articles
Fresh Veggie Sales Up 16% From A Year Ago
Retail sales of fresh vegetables continue to significantly exceed 2019
- Jul. 23, 2020
- Articles
Survey finds food safety primary concern for consumers
Food safety is the main area of concern for consumers, according to a survey by DNV GL.
- Jul. 20, 2020
- Food Safety
Reinventing the salad bar with a robot
Could a machine that dispenses fresh, custom-made bowls be a lifeline for retailers
- Jul. 16, 2020
- Articles
Produce Takes Its Place on New U.S. Stamps
Produce has long performed an important duty in art, often by serving as material for still life
- Jul. 15, 2020
- Articles
Information on American Spending of Fresh Produce
How much is the average American household spending per trip on various fresh produce
- Jul. 13, 2020
- Articles
Health Safety For Construction Projects
Construction in your store can be a disruptive event.
- Jul. 09, 2020
- Food Safety
Let us do the hydrating for you.
No more waiting for product to hydrate before using. Click here to see the benefits
- Jun. 29, 2020
- Floral
Working With The Floral Color Wheel
One of the first things that comes to mind when planning flower arrangements is the color. It’
- Jun. 29, 2020
- Floral
Summertime 2020 Berry Forecast
A fruitful season should be in store for the summer berry categories
- Jun. 25, 2020
- Articles
Summertime 2020 California Grape Forecast
California table grapes already are shipping out of the Coachella Valley, and grower-shippers expect
- Jun. 24, 2020
- Articles
Raspberry Snapshot
We all know that berries bring in the big bucks, and raspberries are no exception. Article by, The
- Jun. 18, 2020
- Articles
The Latest Data on Organic Sales
Identifying the potential opportunities for growth across the fresh produce industry
- Jun. 18, 2020
- Articles
Cucumbers take top spot
June 1 as cucumbers knocked Haitian mangoes out of the No. 1 spot
- Jun. 11, 2020
- Articles
Vegetables continue to outpace fruit as produce sales remain elevated
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- Jun. 11, 2020
- Articles
Floral Design Groups
When it comes to creating a floral arrangement, the possibilities are endless.
- Jun. 11, 2020
- Floral
Avocado outlook strong
U.S. per capita consumption of avocados has grown at an compound annual growth rate of 8%
- Jun. 04, 2020
- Articles
Easy Chop N Drop Bouquets for July
Save time and Labor expenses with these easy to use chop n drop bouquets. Click Here
- Jun. 04, 2020
- Floral
Green foliage adds a beautiful touch of natural beauty to floral designs
Green is a color that often gets overlooked when creating a design for your flowers.
- May 28, 2020
- Floral
Introducing Customers to Grilling Fruit
Many customers can't wait to fire up the grill each year.
- May 15, 2020
- Articles
Peirone Produce would like to introduce our new Manager of Quality Control
Click Here to Read
- May 12, 2020
- Announcements
Opportunities in Produce to Make Mother’s Day Special
Mother’s Day and Spring Resource Guide
- May 10, 2020
- Articles
Peirone Produce to Cancel Summer Expo
* Please look for a deal book to come your way.
- Apr. 29, 2020
- Articles
Power of Produce shows growth in value-added
The power of value-added produce sales speaks for itself.
- Apr. 28, 2020
- Articles
Documentation of Recent Consumer Buying Patterns in Produce
Fresh Vegetable Sales Accelerated, Fruit Sales Growth Back to Single Digits
- Apr. 23, 2020
- Articles
Peirone and URM team up to support and thank local health care workers
Click Here
- Apr. 17, 2020
- Articles
Fresh Trends points to consumers are buying more produce!
The majority of consumers polled by The Packer believe they are buying more produce than they were
- Apr. 10, 2020
- Articles
Floral Recipes
How To Arrange Flowers: Beginners DIY Floral Arrangements for you to share with your customers.
- Apr. 10, 2020
- Floral
Branding of Produce is Driving Sales!
Suppliers are moving to the forefront in produce departments as they brand an increasing portion of
- Apr. 10, 2020
- Articles
FMI highlights coronavirus is not foodborne
The CDC says there is no evidence to support the virus is transmitted through food.
- Apr. 10, 2020
- Articles
The Healing Power of Flowers
Attached is a flyer on the healing power of flowers.
- Apr. 09, 2020
- Floral
How to care for your potted Easter Lily
If you just picked up a potted Easter lily to brighten up your home for spring, click the link below
- Apr. 02, 2020
- Floral
Important Contact Numbers
During these unusual times, we want to provide you with a Peirone Key Associate Cell #'s
- Mar. 31, 2020
- Announcements
Important Notice
Peirone Produce will remain open during the WA State shut down.
- Mar. 20, 2020
- Articles
No reason to avoid fresh produce during outbreak
Don’t let a fear of the coronavirus COVID-19 to keep you from eating fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Mar. 17, 2020
- Articles
Be Well With Flowers
Flowers are the unifying symbol of joy, beauty, cheerfulness and healing.
- Mar. 17, 2020
- Floral
Peirone Citrus Cup Announcing the Annual Citrus Cup
Contest Dates 3-16-20 thru 3-31-20
- Mar. 15, 2020
- Articles
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Independent Grocery
The National Grocers Association is actively monitoring the growing spread of the Coronavirus
- Mar. 13, 2020
- Food Safety
Fresh Produce Industry Resources Coronavirus
Please click here for a United Fresh Produce Association alert on the Coronavirus and the Fresh Prod
- Mar. 01, 2020
- Articles
The lettuce perfect storm is upon us!
Yuma has been hit with heavy rains, and fields are flooded. Processors are 24-36 hours behind.
- Mar. 01, 2020
- Announcements
Celery leads category growth for 2019
Celery was the leading fresh commodity for retail sales growth in 2019, and it wasn’t even clo
- Feb. 26, 2020
- Articles
California avocado promotions expand with expanded crop
The California Avocado Commission, Irvine, is forecasting a significantly larger crop this season
- Feb. 24, 2020
- Articles
Survey shows positive early response from shoppers to Cosmic Crisp
Idaho Falls, Idaho-based research firm surveyed a group of consumers
- Feb. 20, 2020
- Articles
Congratulations to the winners of the 2020 Apple Cup
Click to see this years winners
- Feb. 14, 2020
- Articles
Spending on citrus — A look at mandarin, orange and lemon sales
Citrus continues to be a compelling category for grocery retailers, with both oranges and mandarins
- Feb. 14, 2020
- Articles
Looking for "Singular" Floral Inspiration
Mixing Flowers Is Not The Only Solution For Beautiful Vases
- Feb. 14, 2020
- Floral
Weather/Crop Update
Adverse weather is devastating many crops in California and Mexico. You will see markets rise, quali
- Feb. 07, 2020
- Announcements
Organic fruits and vegetables expand the marketplace
Organics have been a part of the mainstream market for years now,
- Feb. 04, 2020
- Articles
February is for lovers, POTATOES and Mardi Gras
February is designated National Potato Lover's Month
- Jan. 31, 2020
- Articles
Taylor Farms Product Update
Raw product supply on all tender leaf items will remain somewhat limited for the next 7-14 days.
- Jan. 23, 2020
- Articles
Making space for 'shrooms - Mushrooms demand more room at retail
Retailers have been giving more room to mushrooms in recent years as the plant-based trend drives in
- Jan. 21, 2020
- Articles
Retailers report steady year-round berry sales
Berry sales may not reach the stratospheric heights in winter that they do in summer,
- Jan. 16, 2020
- Articles
Flowers and Foliage that Last Out of Water
Certain varieties can actually survive longer outside of water.
- Jan. 14, 2020
- Floral
Baby Leaf Supply
The unrelenting cool weather in the Desert growing regions continues to create quality challenges
- Jan. 13, 2020
- Articles
Beyond Grandma's steamed broccoli
There is a reason vegetables used to have a bad reputation, and frankly it stems from bad prep
- Jan. 09, 2020
- Articles
Baby Leaf Update
Supplies across all baby leaf components, both organic and conventional are tight.
- Jan. 03, 2020
- Announcements
Hispanic Consumer Insight
What Retailers Need to Know About Today’s Hispanic Consumers
- Dec. 31, 2019
- Articles
RETAILERS DISCUSS STRATEGIES FOR PRICING, PROMOTING ORGANIC PRODUCE
Companies generally do not want to elevate organic produce items to the detriment of conventional
- Dec. 20, 2019
- Articles
PMA Insight: What's on my mind for 2020
Exploring consumer trends, as well as some opportunities.
- Dec. 20, 2019
- Articles
Sweet Pepper Trends
With their eye-catching colors, sweet bell peppers continue to grow in popularity.
- Dec. 18, 2019
- Articles
WayFare Pudding Recall
URGENT - Recall of Wayfare Pudding - Chocolate, Vanilla, Butterscotch
- Dec. 13, 2019
- Past Recalls and/or Notifications
FDA Fresh Express Sunflower Crisp Warning
The CDC is urging consumers to get rid of salad kits during an E. Coli outbreak.
- Dec. 10, 2019
- Past Recalls and/or Notifications
Dale's Market Update 12-09-19
Check out Dale's latest market updates and read about upcoming seasonal items
- Dec. 09, 2019
- Market Update
Romaine Lettuce Follow-UP
Click here to read the follow-up on the FDA issued romaine warning
- Dec. 06, 2019
- Past Recalls and/or Notifications
Mary's Harvest Strawberry Shortage
Click here to find out what items are affected.
- Dec. 04, 2019
- Market Update
Plant Based Eating
Right now, the market for fresh produce is strong and growing. Accoring to the 2019 "Power of
- Nov. 29, 2019
- Articles
Dale's Market Update
Happy Thanksgiving! Dale's latest market update is here.
- Nov. 25, 2019
- Market Update
Romaine Lettuce Warning
Click here to find out more on the FDA issued romaine warning.
- Nov. 22, 2019
- Past Recalls and/or Notifications
Mann Packing Recall
Mann Packing Recall! Please click the link to find out more!
- Nov. 04, 2019
- Past Recalls and/or Notifications
Retail Produce & Floral 2019 In Review
Check out this article from Progressive Grocer.
- Oct. 23, 2019
- Articles
Special Strawberry Market Update
Recent weather has reeked havoc on strawberry harvests - read this from one of our berry vendors.
- Sep. 17, 2019
- Market Update
Lime - Special Market Update 9/16/19
Keeping you informed with the latest lime market update
- Sep. 16, 2019
- Market Update
Dale's Mid-Month Market Update
Things move fast in the produce industry - stay fresh and in the know with our latest market update!
- Sep. 16, 2019
- Market Update
Understanding People
Here is the powerpoint presention of The Power of Understanding People by Dave Mitchell click here
- Sep. 14, 2019
- Articles
Special Lime Market Update!
Lime supply outlook is looking a bit gloomy - stay in the know with this special market update.
- Sep. 05, 2019
- Market Update
End-of-Summer Shrink Challenges?
VP of PMA offers sage advice to rethink shrink challenges as fall produce approaches
- Sep. 04, 2019
- Articles
Floral Designer Resource: Color, Composition, & a Centerpiece
Floral designers: here's an awesome resource to boost your arrangement-game!
- Sep. 03, 2019
- Floral
More Online Enhancements!
You're asking and we are still listening. We have added more convenience and functionality to t
- Sep. 01, 2019
- Announcements
Dale's Market Update - 9/1/19
Get your copy of the freshest market update now
- Sep. 01, 2019
- Market Update
Hurricane Dorian will affect delivery date for floral the week of Sept. 9th
Please read this important delivery schedule change.
- Aug. 30, 2019
- Floral
Best Practices in Produce Safety
Current produce safety practices need revitalizing? If so, here's a must-read.
- Aug. 29, 2019
- Food Safety
Create Conditions Your Customers Want to Return to Time and Again
Regular practice and improvement of produce stocking protocols adds up to loyal customers
- Aug. 18, 2019
- Articles
Peirone Fall & Holiday Produce & Floral Expo Speaker Sneak-Peak Video
Sneak-peek video from Dave Mitchell to our Produce Managers
- Aug. 18, 2019
- Announcements
Fruits & Veggies Taking Centerstage on the Plate
Fresh produce: giving the bump to typical mainstream main-course components in foodservice & more
- Aug. 11, 2019
- Articles
Sprinkle of Sunshine Blooms
Peirone floral designers at it again: boosting the bloom!
- Aug. 09, 2019
- Floral
Verifying Vendors
Regularly authenticate your suppliers and find true partners to help your produce business thrive.
- Aug. 07, 2019
- Food Safety
Trends that Matter: Produce Snack Products
Creative, crunchy, & healthier produce products = know the trends & increase profits
- Aug. 06, 2019
- Articles
Tropical Teaser w/Produce Mix-In's Headed Your Way Soon!
Bananas, Pineapples, Tropicals - OH MY!
- Aug. 02, 2019
- Floral
PMA Essentials #7: Supermarket Math
The seventh PDF in a series of PMA produce management training workbooks
- Aug. 01, 2019
- Resource Library | PMA (Produce Marketing Assoc.)
International Floriculture Expo 2019
IFE: the largest floral B2B trade show in North America
- Jul. 31, 2019
- Floral
PMA Essentials #6: Inventory Management
The sixth PDF in a series of PMA produce management training workbooks
- Jul. 31, 2019
- Resource Library | PMA (Produce Marketing Assoc.)
Dale's Market Update - Late July/Early August
Stay fresh and in-the-know: get your copy of Dale's latest Market Update to go!
- Jul. 25, 2019
- Market Update
Refresher Tips for Produce Order Protocols That Work
Timeliness + Thoughtfullness = Improved Employee & Customer Retention
- Jul. 19, 2019
- Articles
Mr. Grape Red Grapes Notification
Mr. Grape Red Grapes Customer Notification
- Jul. 18, 2019
- Past Recalls and/or Notifications
Fresh Go Bin: 60-day Free Trial (from Cayuga Displays)
60-day free trial with the Fresh Go Bin!
- Jul. 11, 2019
- Announcements
11 PREDICTIONS FOR THE FUTURE OF GROCERY BY PRODUCE RETAILER
Produce customer retention - stay in the know with this potential forecast
- Jul. 08, 2019
- Articles
Rosauers Supermarkets ~ Yakima
AMAZING 3D paper sculptures and store displays at Rosauers Yakima
- Jul. 06, 2019
- Floral
Personalize Your Produce Dept Game
Fruit Butchers? Fun Festivals? Personalization of produce isn't just a passing trend...
- Jul. 06, 2019
- Articles
Dale's Market Update - Early July
Hot off the press - get your latest market update now
- Jul. 05, 2019
- Market Update
Pete Castillo 1956-2019
Please read this important announcement regarding a beloved Peirone sales rep.
- Jun. 28, 2019
- Announcements
United Fresh 2019 Retail Produce Manager Awards, Chicago Show
Greg B. of Yoke's Spokane won a coveted spot in UF's Top 25 - see Chicago award pix here!
- Jun. 22, 2019
- Announcements
FMI Top Findings in the Power of Produce in 2019
Get Your FMI Top Produce Findings 2019 Report
- Jun. 22, 2019
- Resource Library
Dale's Market Update
Things move fast in the produce industry - stay fresh with Dale's Market Update today!
- Jun. 21, 2019
- Market Update
You're Asking. We're Listening.
More upgraded features to Peirone's online ordering!
- Jun. 18, 2019
- Announcements
Rose Farm in Bogotá, Columbia
Sourcing the freshest roses for our floral designers
- Jun. 15, 2019
- Floral
Produce Industry Moves to Protect Consumers in Response to Romaine Outbreaks
Protective measures in response to romaine outbreaks
- Jun. 12, 2019
- Food Safety
"Best Produce in Spokane" by Real Folks taste test
Fresh & flavorful produce from Peirone to our produce stores to consumers' taste buds
- Jun. 10, 2019
- Articles
Savvy Sales Strategies for Both Seasonal & Local Produce
VP of PMA shares savvy sales strategies for both seasonal and local produce
- Jun. 05, 2019
- Articles
PRODUCE RESET: Super 1, Hamilton, MT
Before and after @Super 1, Hamilton, MT
- Jun. 03, 2019
- Fresh Features
New Tariff on Mexican Products
Important letter from Peirone's VP RE: New Tariff Mexican Products
- May 31, 2019
- Announcements
Dale's Market Update
The freshest market update in town - curated just for you
- May 24, 2019
- Market Update
You Asked. We Listened.
Online ordering enhancements based on your feedback
- May 18, 2019
- Announcements
Produce Prescriptions?
Giant Food & DC Greens: pilot program for fruit-and-veggie prescriptions
- May 15, 2019
- Food Safety
Dale's Market Update - Mid May
Stay up to date with the latest market update from Dale Arneson
- May 12, 2019
- Market Update
May's Fresh Take: STRAWBERRIES!
Strawberries are our "Fresh Take" for Spring along with sweet sales strategies
- May 12, 2019
- Fresh Features
Terry Fossum Presentation Video at Peirone Expo Spring 2019 @NQCR
Positive produce vibes found here!
- May 11, 2019
- Announcements
Spud to Stud: Get Your Potato A-game On
From dull spud to total stud - watch this video to supersize your potato sales
- May 10, 2019
- Articles
Sean Dailing, Peirone Produce Buyer
Welcome Sean Dailing, the latest produce buyer to join Peirone
- May 09, 2019
- Announcements
Peirone Expo 2019 Pix - Thanks for the memories!
Peirone Spring Expo 2019 Photo Slideshow
- May 01, 2019
- Announcements
Dale's Market Update 4/25/19
Things move fast in the produce industry - get your fresh market update today
- Apr. 26, 2019
- Market Update
Post-Peirone-Expo Smiles Blooming!
Just wanted to share a few "Thank You" photos post-expo from our floral collections
- Apr. 25, 2019
- Floral
Peirone Expo Spring 2019 - all the 411's you need to have a blast!
Can't wait to see you there!
- Apr. 22, 2019
- Announcements
Dynamic Displays & Incentives = Supersized Sales
Well-thought-out displays become a win-win all around for customers, produce staff, & suppliers
- Apr. 16, 2019
- Articles
PRODUCE RESET: Yoke's Fresh Market Indian Trail, Spokane, WA
Check out this recent super fresh reset at Yoke's Indian Trail, Spokane, WA!
- Apr. 15, 2019
- Fresh Features
PMA Essentials #5: Top 20 Produce Items
The fifth PDF in a series of PMA produce management training workbooks
- Apr. 12, 2019
- PMA (Produce Marketing Assoc.) | Resource Library
Dales Market Update 4/11/19
Grab a cup of joe and a minute for yourself and the market update
- Apr. 11, 2019
- Market Update
Special Market Update: California Cherries
The freshest and sweetest California Cherry market update now
- Apr. 09, 2019
- Market Update
Grocers: Being the Solution to Last Minute Meals
Grocers increasingly encouraging consumers to look to them as a convenient meal solution option
- Apr. 05, 2019
- Articles
Potential Border Closure
Important announcement on potential US-Mexico border closure
- Apr. 05, 2019
- Announcements
Floral Spring Makeover Idea Bonanza!
Spring Makeover Budget-Friendly Ideas Here
- Apr. 04, 2019
- Floral
Peirone Pride: Yoke's #10 Mead
Awesome Apple Waterfall Display at Yoke's Mead
- Apr. 03, 2019
- Fresh Features
Easter Floral Sneak Peek
A little peep of a sneak peek of Easter florals - so colorful!
- Apr. 01, 2019
- Floral
Market Update: Cherry Update - end of March
Up to the minute Cherry Update here!
- Mar. 31, 2019
- Market Update
PMA Essentials #4: Food Safety
The fourth PDF in a series of PMA produce management training workbooks
- Mar. 30, 2019
- PMA (Produce Marketing Assoc.) | Resource Library
PMA Essentials #3: Sales Promotion is Your Responsibility
The third PDF in a series of PMA produce management training workbooks
- Mar. 28, 2019
- PMA (Produce Marketing Assoc.) | Resource Library
PMA Essentials #2: Merchandising Essentials
The second PDF in a series of PMA produce management training workbooks
- Mar. 27, 2019
- PMA (Produce Marketing Assoc.) | Resource Library
Who do you rely upon as the last line of food safety?
Whose responsibility do you think it is when someone gets a foodborne illness?
- Mar. 26, 2019
- Food Safety
Henry Avocado Recall (Peirone doesn't supply these)
Recall on organic California avocados from Henry Avocado (Peirone does not supply these)
- Mar. 25, 2019
- Past Recalls and/or Notifications
PEIRONE FLORAL: EXPO SNEAK PEEK #2
Your Floral Sneak Peek #2 for the upcoming Peirone Spring Expo on April 24th, 2019
- Mar. 24, 2019
- Floral
Greenhouse Visit Sneak Peak: Spring Rack & Mother's Day
Sneak peak of Spring Rack program and Mother's Day baskets - looking beautiful!
- Mar. 23, 2019
- Floral
PMA Essentials #1: Customer Focus & Building Relationships
The first PDF in a series of PMA produce management training workbooks
- Mar. 23, 2019
- PMA (Produce Marketing Assoc.) | Resource Library
Congrats to Gregory Barnufsky Jr, Yoke's Spokane, Top 25 United Fresh 2019 Award
Gregory Barnufsky Jr of Yoke's, Awarded Top 25 Produce Mgr 2019
- Mar. 18, 2019
- Announcements
Conventional? Organic? Both!
How much do we really know about pesticide residues? More than you might think!
- Mar. 17, 2019
- Articles
Proper Watering for Your Spring Rack Plants & Hanging Baskets
Keep your container plants blossoming with this easy-to-follow guide.
- Mar. 16, 2019
- Floral
Peirone Floral: Expo Sneak Peek
What do unicorns, Italian Ice, and Hoopfest have in common?
- Mar. 15, 2019
- Floral
Dales's Market Update 3/15/19
Stay informed. Stay Fresh. Get your 2-min. quick read market update right here
- Mar. 15, 2019
- Market Update
Celery: Crop Update 3/14/19
Celery crop update brought to you by Tanimura & Antle
- Mar. 14, 2019
- Market Update
Onion: Market Update 3/13/19
Onions: A perfect storm of short storage supplies, fewer acres planted, and adverse weather
- Mar. 13, 2019
- Market Update
Dale's Market Update 3/5/19
Keep it fresh and be prepared with the latest issue of Dale's Market Update
- Mar. 05, 2019
- Market Update
"Light & moderate users will fuel organic growth in years ahead" -Steve Lutz, PMA VP
Today-vs-tomorrow's organic consumer & why the difference(s) between them are critical.
- Mar. 01, 2019
- Articles
Market Update: California Cherry Update
CALIFORNIA CHERRY UPDATE - TYPES, REGIONS, & PHOTOS
- Mar. 01, 2019
- Market Update
"Keep Food Safety Risks From Customers’ Shopping Carts"
Management support, metrics, and managing expectations-critical steps in reducing food safety risk
- Feb. 25, 2019
- Food Safety
"Understanding Organic Consumer Opportunity" by Steve Lutz, VP of PMA
Present and future organic performance and potential presented by Steve Lutz, VP of PMA
- Feb. 22, 2019
- Resource Library
Fresh Fruit & Vegetable WA State Profile
The state of Washington Fresh Fruit & Veggie State Profile
- Feb. 21, 2019
- Articles
APRIL EXPO: Speaker Announcement
Terry L. Fossum, leadership expert, to speak at the upcoming Peirone Produce Expo on April 24th
- Feb. 18, 2019
- Announcements
Dale's Market Update 2/15/19
Keep your produce at its best and most fresh with the latest market update
- Feb. 15, 2019
- Market Update
February's Fresh Take: CARROTS
Savvy sales strategies to keep this root vegetable rooted in your consumers’ carts
- Feb. 15, 2019
- Fresh Features
Peirone Produce Spring Expo 2019
New venue, new products, fresh fun expo-only twists, be there or be square!
- Feb. 11, 2019
- Announcements
Staff Spotlight: Jeff Heid
Meet Jeff Heid, Quality Control Inspector, and Peirone's 1st "Staff Spotlight" teammate
- Feb. 10, 2019
- Fresh Features
PRODUCE RESET: Akins Fresh Market
Check out this week's latest super fresh reset with Akins Fresh Market Soap Lake, WA!
- Feb. 09, 2019
- Fresh Features
Recalls. Be Proactive!
Practice being pro-active for linked-to-food recalls
- Feb. 08, 2019
- Food Safety
Floral Prep for Valentine's Day 2019
Check out this checklist to help you make the most out of your Valentine's Day floral sales!
- Feb. 04, 2019
- Floral
Dale's Market Update Jan. 30th 2019
Stay up to date and in the know with the latest market update!
- Jan. 30, 2019
- Market Update
Rethinking Produce Space Allocation
Carve some time, carve some space and reap produce profits.
- Jan. 30, 2019
- Articles
Targeted Marketing Opportunities with Organics
Quick read: maximizing your organic produce sales
- Jan. 28, 2019
- Articles
Dale's Market Update 1/21/19
Stay in the know with the freshest market update tailored just for our produce managers.
- Jan. 21, 2019
- Market Update
Mary's Harvest Grab-N-Go Meals
Customers looking for quick, easy & fresh meal ideas? Try Mary’s Harvest Grab-N-Go!
- Jan. 20, 2019
- Announcements | Fresh Features
Tips & Tricks: Blueprints for Valentine’s Day 2019
Helpful resource for designing those all-important Valentine's Day arrangements
- Jan. 18, 2019
- Floral
Nutrition & Food Safety Working Together to Boost Produce Sales
Check out this thoughtful article on how nutrition & food safety efforts can boost produce sales
- Jan. 16, 2019
- Food Safety
Valentine's Day Rose Farm Update
Valentine's Day Rose Update: fresh from the farm as of today, 1/11/19
- Jan. 11, 2019
- Floral
Fresh Take for January: Bell Peppers
Sweet, savory, or spicy? Stuffed, sliced, or diced? Let's do a fresh take with bell peppers!
- Jan. 10, 2019
- Fresh Features
Meet Kristina Miller, Peirone's new Director of Floral
Meet Peirone's New Director of Floral: Kristina Miller
- Jan. 10, 2019
- Floral
Super Bowl Inspiration
Seeking Super Bowl produce inspiration? Industry experts suggest ad opportunities.
- Jan. 07, 2019
- Articles
Safeguarding Against Food Fraud
Check out this helpful article on what you can do to help safeguard against food fraud.
- Jan. 02, 2019
- Food Safety
Whole Foods and Happy Moods?
The Lempert Report highlights recent studies on whole plant-based foods lifting moods
- Dec. 20, 2018
- Food Safety
Dale's Market Update 12/18/18
Keep your produce knowledge and news fresh and merry with the latest market update from Dale!
- Dec. 19, 2018
- Market Update
Warming Up Your Winter Sales
Chris Auman of Produce Business points out the many reasons to promote produce this season.
- Dec. 17, 2018
- Articles
CDC & FDA Confirm First Single Source of Romaine Outbreak
The CDC and FDA have confirmed the first single source of recent romaine outbreak.
- Dec. 14, 2018
- Food Safety
PRODUCE RESET: Hamilton's Marketplace in Hamilton, MT
Check out this week's recent reset highlight at Hamilton's Marketplace in Hamilton, MT
- Dec. 13, 2018
- Fresh Features
A Different Perspective on the Recent Romaine Alert
Check out this WSJ article that offers a different perspective on the recent romaine alert.
- Dec. 06, 2018
- Articles
Dale's Market Update 12/5/18
Be in the know with the latest market update
- Dec. 05, 2018
- Market Update
Special Market Update: Western Veggies
Western Veggies Special Market Update 12/4/18
- Dec. 04, 2018
- Market Update
Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)
Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and how this relates to produce retailers and recalls
- Nov. 30, 2018
- Articles
"How to Win the In-Store Cold War"
Refrigerated produce/packaged food display cases
- Nov. 29, 2018
- Articles
"Latest Research Findings Hit On Produce Safety Priorities"
Prioritizing Produce Safety from CPS Research
- Nov. 29, 2018
- Food Safety
"Breaking Down the Barriers to Produce Purchases"
"Breaking Down the Barriers to Produce Purchases"
- Nov. 29, 2018
- Articles
PRODUCE RESET: Cut Bank Harvest Foods
This week, we are highlighting the recent reset at Cut Bank Harvest Foods, MT!
- Nov. 29, 2018
- Fresh Features
Romaine Advisory Alerts
All Romaine Advisory Alerts from Nov. 2018 can be found on this post.
- Nov. 20, 2018
- Past Recalls and/or Notifications
SPECIAL MARKET UPDATE: CAULIFLOWER 11/16/18
SPECIAL MARKET UPDATE: CAULIFLOWER 11/16/18
- Nov. 16, 2018
- Market Update
Fresh Take for November: Oranges!
Move over strawberries, November's Fresh Take focus: Oranges
- Nov. 14, 2018
- Fresh Features
SPECIAL MARKET UPDATE: AVOCADOS 11/14/18
SPECIAL MARKET UPDATE ON AVOCADOS
- Nov. 14, 2018
- Market Update
SPECIAL MARKET UPDATE: WESTERN VEGGIES 11/14/18
WESTERN VEGGIES MARKET UPDATE 11/14/18
- Nov. 14, 2018
- Market Update
Fresh Research on The Power of Fresh Produce Presence with Consumers
Fresh Research on The Power of Fresh Produce Presence with Consumers
- Nov. 13, 2018
- Articles
SPECIAL MARKET UPDATE: STRAWBERRIES 11/13/18
Market Update: Strawberries
- Nov. 13, 2018
- Market Update
PRODUCE RESET: Rosauers Supermarket Hood River
This week, we are highlighting Rosauers Supermarket Hood River’s recent reset!
- Nov. 09, 2018
- Fresh Features
Dale's Market Update - Nov 7th Revision
Catch the latest from Dale's Market Update - Revised 11/7/18
- Nov. 07, 2018
- Market Update
Dale's Market Update 11/1/18
Fresh for you - the latest market update from our resident expert and VP, Dale Arneson
- Nov. 01, 2018
- Market Update
Nielsen Research Q2, 2018
Nielsen research on the power of fresh produce presence with consumers
- Nov. 01, 2018
- Resource Library
Safely Sharing Fall's Bountiful Produce
Safely Sharing Fall's Bountiful Produce
- Oct. 24, 2018
- Food Safety
Helping your customers fall in love with fall promotions!
Helping your customers fall in love with fall promotions!
- Oct. 24, 2018
- Articles
Voluntary Recall from McCain Foods USA, Inc.
Voluntary Recall from McCain Foods USA, Inc.
- Oct. 18, 2018
- Food Safety
RECALL ALERT 10/17/18: McCain Foods, IQF Fire Roasted Super Sweet Corn
RECALL ALERT 10/17/18: McCain Foods, IQF Fire Roasted Super Sweet Corn
- Oct. 17, 2018
- Past Recalls and/or Notifications
Top 10 Trends in Fruits and Vegetables: Quarter 2 of 2018
Top 10 Commodity Trends Fruits and Vegetables Quarter 2 of 2018
- Oct. 14, 2018
- Articles
Voluntary Recall from World Variety Produce Inc.
World Variety Produce: voluntary recall on Melissa’s Hatch Chile Clean Snax w/chia&flaxseed
- Oct. 12, 2018
- Food Safety
2018 Potato Farm Tour Photos
Thank you Balcom & Moe of Potandon Produce!
- Oct. 08, 2018
- Announcements
Fresh Take for October: Grapes!
This month’s fresh take focuses on a Fall, as well as year-round, favorite: grapes!
- Oct. 04, 2018
- Fresh Features
"Timing Optimum Sales" by The Packer
Take advantage of your consumer's buying habits & maximize produce sales
- Sep. 30, 2018
- Articles
Dale's Market Update 9/26/18
Peirone is here to help keep your produce crisp and fresh - 9/26 Market Update
- Sep. 26, 2018
- Market Update
3 Ways to Improve Food Safety and Cut Labor Costs
3 Ways to Improve Food Safety and Cut Labor Costs
- Sep. 19, 2018
- Food Safety
Cherry Cup 2018 Winners Announcement
Please join us in congratulating our 2018 Stemilt and Peirone Produce Cherry Cup Winners!
- Sep. 17, 2018
- Announcements
Kid and Family Friendly Fruits
Kid and Family-Friendly Fruits brought to you by The Packer
- Sep. 16, 2018
- Articles
"Mind (and Fill) the Gaps in the Produce Aisle"
"Mind (and Fill) the Gaps in the Produce Aisle"
- Sep. 16, 2018
- Articles
Dale's Market Update
Get your fresh copy of the latest market update from Dale - stay fresh, stay informed!
- Sep. 12, 2018
- Market Update
2018 Consumer Produce Trends & Favorites by The Packer
2018 Consumer Produce Favorites
- Sep. 07, 2018
- Articles
Current status of the E. coli Outbreak Linked to Romaine Lettuce out of Yuma
Current status of the E. coli Outbreak
- Sep. 05, 2018
- Food Safety
Join Us for the Potato Harvest Tour
Peirone Produce Potato Harvest Tour: 10/4/18 All are welcome!
- Sep. 03, 2018
- Announcements
Dale's Market Update
Relevant, timely, and a quick read - stay fresh and stay informed!
- Aug. 29, 2018
- Market Update
Optimize Organic Fruit Offerings to Maximize Produce Sales
Maximize your organic fruit offerings to regularly boost produce sales
- Aug. 23, 2018
- Articles
Dale's Market Update
Things move quickly in the produce industry. Stay fresh with the latest market update from Peirone!
- Aug. 21, 2018
- Market Update
Howard Calcagno Farms: Voluntary recall
Howard Calcagno Farms is initiating a voluntary recall. Read more here.
- Aug. 16, 2018
- Food Safety
Stemilt Farms - Summer Tour
Stemilt Farms - Where Enthusiasm, Hard Work, and Yummy Fruit Are Born
- Aug. 13, 2018
- Announcements
What is Listeria?
What is Listeria and why you show know - stay fresh and stay informed!
- Aug. 03, 2018
- Food Safety
Up the pep with colorful pepper displays now
Up the pep to your produce display with peppers!
- Aug. 01, 2018
- Articles
August Caption Contest
Fun with Fruits and Veggies Caption Contest - August 2018
- Aug. 01, 2018
- Contest
Dale's Market Update August 1st 2018
Relevant, timely, and a quick read - stay fresh and stay informed!
- Aug. 01, 2018
- Market Update
Veggies or Chips? Hmmm...veggie chips?
Drexel's Dornsife School of Public Health shares recent snacking study
- Jul. 18, 2018
- Food Safety
Consumer Research on Smartfoods
Consumer Research on Smartfoods by Roerink of 210 Analytics
- Jul. 18, 2018
- Resource Library
We Produce = You Produce
At Peirone, we understand the value of fruitful customer relationships!
- Jul. 11, 2018
- Articles
3, 2, 1 - Produce Action!
The Produce Action Plan" by Armand Lobato at Produce Retailer shares some sages steps to proper
- Jul. 04, 2018
- Fresh Features
Fresh + Friendship = The Future
PLANTING THE SEEDS OF A LEGACY: A MEETING OF THE MINDS
- Jun. 27, 2018
- Articles
Prioritizing Produce Safety
Prioritizing produce safety through preparation
- Jun. 26, 2018
- Food Safety
Dale's Market Update
Relevant, timely, and a quick read - stay fresh and stay informed!
- Jun. 25, 2018
- Market Update
Dale's Market Update
Relevant, timely, and a quick read - stay fresh and stay informed!
- Jun. 21, 2018
- Market Update
Dale's Market Update Early June
Relevant, timely, and a quick read - stay fresh and stay informed!
- Jun. 06, 2018
- Market Update
Latest Update on E. coli Outbreak Linked to Romaine Lettuce out of Yuma, AZ
Latest Update on E. coli Outbreak Linked to Romaine Lettuce out of Yuma, AZ
- Jun. 05, 2018
- Food Safety
The Value of Produce Ads by The Packer
THE PACKER PACKS A PUNCH WITH VALUE-ADDED ADS
- Jun. 05, 2018
- Fresh Features
Dale's Latest Crop Update - June
Stay up to date with Dale's early June Crop Update
- Jun. 01, 2018
- Market Update
"Food Transparency Drives Growth in Fresh Departments"
"Food Transparency Drives Growth in Fresh Departments"
- May 27, 2018
- Fresh Features
Dale's Market Update
At Peirone Produce, we know fresh is best - stay in the know with our latest market update!
- May 22, 2018
- Market Update
Dale's Market Update
Things move fast in the produce industry. Stay up to date with the latest from Dale's Market Update
- May 09, 2018
- Market Update
Stemilt Growers features WA Cherry Blossoms
Spring, Stemilt Growers, and 36 seconds of lovely cherry blossoms
- May 07, 2018
- Announcements
Staffing Emerges as Top Concern in Grocer Poll by Progressive Grocer
85th Annual Report of the Grocery Industry
- May 07, 2018
- Articles
Increase Food Safety Knowledge & Reduce Risk
Increase Food Safety Knowledge and Reduce Risk
- May 06, 2018
- Food Safety
Expo Sponsors Announcement
Please join us in thanking our amazing sponsors for the 2018 Peirone Produce Expo!
- Apr. 30, 2018
- Announcements
Dale's Market Update
Things move fast in the produce industry - stay informed with the freshest facts and finds!
- Apr. 26, 2018
- Market Update
Schedule Announcement
Peirone Produce is excited to announce our Spring/Summer 2018 Produce Expo Schedule of Events!
- Apr. 23, 2018
- Announcements
FDA Label Regulations Re: Foods Made In House
Consumers want transparency in the food they eat.
- Apr. 17, 2018
- Food Safety
Dale's Market Update
Things move fast in the produce industry - stay informed with the freshest facts and finds!
- Apr. 17, 2018
- Market Update
Produce Retailer: 6 Ways to Address Food Waste
What is your store's food waste plan of action?
- Apr. 16, 2018
- Articles
Dale's Market Update: Cherries
Catch the latest market update on a summer favorite: cherries! Cherry Market Update
- Apr. 09, 2018
- Market Update
eCommerce How To Guide
Step by step instructions for a smooth transition to online ordering with Peirone!
- Apr. 03, 2018
- Resource Library
Peirone Announces Major Expansion of Warehouse Capacity
Thanks to ongoing strong member support, Peirone is expanding
- Apr. 03, 2018
- Announcements
April's Caption Contest
Fresh food and fresh laughs are necessary nutrients in the produce industry!
- Apr. 02, 2018
- Contest
“5 Burning Questions About the Rise In Foodborne Illness”
How food can be negatively impacted by improper handling
- Apr. 01, 2018
- Food Safety
Dale's Market Update
Things move fast in the produce industry - stay informed with the freshest facts and finds!
- Apr. 01, 2018
- Market Update
Fresh Produce's Key Role in Shopping Trips
Tom Karst of The Packer shares: "Fresh produce volume gains led all retail fresh departments"
- Apr. 01, 2018
- Articles
Online Ordering Guide
Your step-by-step instructional guide for online ordering with Peirone
- Apr. 01, 2018
- Resource Library
Market Update Spotlight: Van Groningen & Sons, Inc
Some promising produce updates about juicy watermelon and sweet corn from Van Groningen & Sons, Inc!
- Mar. 26, 2018
- Market Update
Fresh Lou's News
Get the latest scoop on organics and more with Fresh Lou's News!
- Mar. 26, 2018
- Market Update
Congrats to Cloninger's for winning the 2018 Citrus Cup!
Congratulations to Cloninger's for winning the 2018 Citrus Cup!
- Mar. 20, 2018
- Announcements
Connect Kids with Produce
"Kids are a curious bunch who are also fast becoming your customers." - Armand Lobato
- Mar. 15, 2018
- Articles
Dale's Produce Update
Things move quickly in our industry. Read on for the freshest produce forecast and updates!
- Mar. 14, 2018
- Market Update
Speakers Announced for Spring/Summer Produce Expo
Speakers Announcement for Peirone Produce Spring/Summer Produce Expo 2018
- Mar. 13, 2018
- Announcements
How Can I Do a Cut-Produce Program Safely?
Safety guidelines for prepping your sliced-fruit/vegetable program by Jared Keefer
- Mar. 07, 2018
- Food Safety
Dale's Produce Update
Things move fast in our industry. Click "View" to get the latest produce information and forecast!
- Feb. 26, 2018
- Market Update
Dale's Produce Update
Overall fruit quality continues to be outstanding!
- Feb. 16, 2018
- Market Update
Dale's Produce Update
Things moves fast in our industry. Click "View" to get the latest product information and forecast.
- Feb. 12, 2018
- Market Update
Local Retailer Gets National Recognition
Local retailer, Duane Wentz of Yoke's, get national recognition - read on!
- Feb. 12, 2018
- Articles
Dale's Produce Update
Things moves fast in our industry. Click "View" to get the latest product information and forecast.
- Feb. 07, 2018
- Market Update
Lack Of Food Safety Knowledge....
Food fan favorites - but beware! Read on to be in the know.
- Feb. 02, 2018
- Food Safety
The Power of Produce 2017
The National Study of Consumers Purchasing Behavior 2017
- Feb. 01, 2018
- Articles
FMI's "The Power of Produce" 2017
Food Marketing Institute (FMI) The Power of Produce 2017
- Feb. 01, 2018
- Resource Library
Dale's Produce Update
Things moves fast in our industry. Click "View" to get the latest product information and forecast.
- Feb. 01, 2018
- Market Update
Dale's Produce Update
Things moves fast in our industry. Click "View" to get the latest product information and forecast.
- Jan. 15, 2018
- Market Update
Food Safety Introduction
Our Food Safety Director has assembled some great food safety articles & ideas for you to use!
- Jan. 08, 2018
- Food Safety
