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.
To view more articles, continue to scroll down the page.![Peirone Produce Air-Filled Solutions Peirone Produce Air-Filled Solutions](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/a8487b2cb0e0d8ba01485ba80d34ab7e.jpg)
Peirone Produce Air-Filled Solutions
Click below for to get an order form. Click Here
- Jul. 06, 2023
- Floral
![March Merchandise Message March Merchandise Message](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/90d393b2a85aa47e7d24a21d5c994ff6.jpg)
March Merchandise Message
Use the colors of your St Patrick's day bouquets for an obvious trend toward more spring clean
- Mar. 20, 2023
- Floral
![Designer Dozen Labor Saver Designer Dozen Labor Saver](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/c38e3ed01c1febb0ec4d0010423bd623.jpg)
Designer Dozen Labor Saver
Click the video link below to learn how to save time on your design.
- Mar. 07, 2023
- Floral
![2022 Inspirational Designer 2022 Inspirational Designer](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/c136696a33864489b7bfce8b424e09da.jpg)
2022 Inspirational Designer
This year I have been watching for someone who is creative, who inspires to grow in floral design
- Mar. 01, 2023
- Floral
![Floral Holiday Recap Floral Holiday Recap](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/5430f96451b0aac27bde80e52f8cdfbc.jpg)
Floral Holiday Recap
Hi Floral partners, Please take some time to give yourself some feedback.
- Feb. 16, 2023
- Floral
![Design Contest Design Contest](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/1f923d395c0a5b97292230f7a67222d1.jpg)
Design Contest
Peirone Produce & Fresca Farms, Bring on 2023 Design Contest Entries!
- Feb. 14, 2023
- Floral
![February Merchandise Message February Merchandise Message](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/b34ace291ec1dd3b2735b50ff8ac8d11.jpg)
February Merchandise Message
When your flower supply arrives, be sure to quickly prep all your flowers, and do not cut corners. D
- Feb. 01, 2023
- Floral
![Continental Flowers Continental Flowers](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/49840319dd650e7912a7132b58039dd2.jpg)
Continental Flowers
Proudly Presents Mother's Day 2023 Collection Click for Catalog
- Jan. 10, 2023
- Floral
![January Merchandise Message January Merchandise Message](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/e65d66d697fe925993c493d77676b8d1.jpg)
January Merchandise Message
Have you told your customers about your social media?
- Jan. 02, 2023
- Floral
![Gift Baskets Gift Baskets](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/e0f3cb0c4852b93da14a6a47eface96b.jpg)
Gift Baskets
Click below for step-by-step directions on how to make gift baskets.
- Dec. 13, 2022
- Floral
![December Merchandise Message December Merchandise Message](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/ca375b39c135a697aa9e187721bd952f.jpg)
December Merchandise Message
Creating a floral department that looks new and different to consumers every week is crucial
- Dec. 07, 2022
- Floral
![2023 January Design Contest 2023 January Design Contest](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/6fe8cfaba4aafdece962bcb12fd2d93f.jpg)
2023 January Design Contest
Peirone Produce and Fresca Farms Design Contest. Send Photos to Kristina Miller Click here for det
- Nov. 29, 2022
- Floral
![WaBulb Tulips WaBulb Tulips](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/b1bf264283b705357234a64b909b85cc.jpg)
WaBulb Tulips
New vendor spotlight! Look for Washington Bulb on the weekly potted prebook under the fresh cut's
- Nov. 16, 2022
- Floral
![Fall Expo Training Videos Fall Expo Training Videos](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/f9419a631335406aff7592747c5db443.jpg)
Fall Expo Training Videos
Training provided by Cynthia Ayure, click below links to watch video.
- Sep. 16, 2022
- Floral
![Fall Expo Training Videos Fall Expo Training Videos](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/aea27bbc91c5b9037d7f919969c49cf0.jpg)
Fall Expo Training Videos
Training provided by Paul Miller, click below links to watch video.
- Sep. 16, 2022
- Floral
![Fresca Farms Fresca Farms](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/3ff13b8f3044a82f4389f7f86adfca8d.jpg)
Fresca Farms
Ever wondered the origins of a bouquet? Watch this video to follow their life cycle journey.
- Sep. 12, 2022
- Floral
![Peirone Floral Fall Expo Designers Peirone Floral Fall Expo Designers](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/028d6891ade8925e10246694fa5f46a5.jpg)
Peirone Floral Fall Expo Designers
Read all about the Sunshine Designers that will be at the Fall Expo.
- Aug. 30, 2022
- Floral
![Fall In The Love Contest Winners Fall In The Love Contest Winners](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/33a43f29b3bc73997575cc5578698ec5.png)
Fall In The Love Contest Winners
Peirone Floral & Fresca Farms Present the Contest Winners for 2021. Click Here
- Nov. 08, 2021
- Floral
![Floral Merchandising With Stacy McCoy & Farm Highlight Floral Merchandising With Stacy McCoy & Farm Highlight](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/4906d4cf8aa01830a6e0a772282660bc.jpg)
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
![FLORAL FALL EXPO 2021 OFFERINGS PREVIEW FLORAL FALL EXPO 2021 OFFERINGS PREVIEW](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/a7a04c8fbe3c412c20753b67b781ed91.jpg)
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
![Proper Watering For Your Spring Rack Plants and Hanging Baskets Proper Watering For Your Spring Rack Plants and Hanging Baskets](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/95ea20bd9f6f5ce02fada66239aa9a5a.jpg)
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 Peirone Floral Shortage](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/697fb7ed762ea59350884e7be340e277.jpg)
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 A Beginner's Guide To Indoor Plant Pests](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/c5e0ed2d7d846f433c5011676324cfce.jpg)
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 How to Care For Your Potted Easter Lilly](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/6af9112c9f328fb54482108107e9017b.jpg)
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
![State of the Union: Fresh Cut Flowers State of the Union: Fresh Cut Flowers](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/a8546c2d68dae5520cf0d287dc86053d.jpg)
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 Designing with Charmelia](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/cf0d4bb04577393c26de6d638db81c46.jpg)
Designing with Charmelia
We are now carrying Charmelia. Watch the videos below to learn some designing techniques.
- Mar. 09, 2021
- Floral
![Farm to Home Farm to Home](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/62c46ac4109f77175b1bd4ad0d5132ce.jpg)
Farm to Home
Join us on the journey of the life of a flower, from seed to your home
- Mar. 04, 2021
- Floral
![Valentine's Day Spending Stat's Valentine's Day Spending Stat's](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/afd43709cb6061b4466b12df4ad6624f.jpg)
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 Wrapping Bouquets](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/77a74c65b09a6f1a4b9866fc5a1d8468.jpg)
Wrapping Bouquets
Want tips on how to wrap flowers like a pro? Watch the video below.
- Jan. 19, 2021
- Floral
![Positive Words To Describe Flowers Positive Words To Describe Flowers](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/26d5557ef4f695b14e0d03f63042c381.jpg)
Positive Words To Describe Flowers
Find the positive where positivity can be found.
- Jan. 04, 2021
- Floral
![Peirone Floral & Fresca Farms Design Entries Peirone Floral & Fresca Farms Design Entries](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/53ac9f422acf52e87685d5ea1c344e66.jpg)
Peirone Floral & Fresca Farms Design Entries
Click below to see the entries and winners
- Dec. 23, 2020
- Floral
![Macchiato Rose Collection Macchiato Rose Collection](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/4d2a5efc2f879572c5973e2ad97095dc.png)
Macchiato Rose Collection
Pre-book now through Nov 16th, 2020 Limited quantities Click for Print Out
- Aug. 31, 2020
- Floral
![Sympathy Flowers Sympathy Flowers](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/4274c0579574341ad6ed4fba7d76f67a.png)
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 Ixo of Chrysal – Farm Processing & Proper Care of flowers and equipment](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/e4ce5b5a5054f337c912f12d485a15c9.png)
Ixo of Chrysal – Farm Processing & Proper Care of flowers and equipment
Click here for Video
- Aug. 20, 2020
- Floral
![Working With The Floral Color Wheel Working With The Floral Color Wheel](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/c4f88f2aa3af98ea7624e3c46c203d0b.png)
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
![Let us do the hydrating for you. Let us do the hydrating for you.](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/422ba1c87103d958e2c517d713f4ff6b.png)
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
![Floral Design Groups Floral Design Groups](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/c1db557a9678c66832fbf92a2951501e.png)
Floral Design Groups
When it comes to creating a floral arrangement, the possibilities are endless.
- Jun. 11, 2020
- Floral
![Easy Chop N Drop Bouquets for July Easy Chop N Drop Bouquets for July](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/47677ee7e1694a8b25620692b2325f08.jpg)
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 foliage adds a beautiful touch of natural beauty to floral designs](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/3e17ce4daf8910ff35094022821c7e08.jpg)
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
![Floral Recipes Floral Recipes](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/9dd141ad7687af1fc8708125a557c2fe.png)
Floral Recipes
How To Arrange Flowers: Beginners DIY Floral Arrangements for you to share with your customers.
- Apr. 10, 2020
- Floral
![The Healing Power of Flowers The Healing Power of Flowers](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/158dfef13328b10295ba0901c732544a.png)
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 How to care for your potted Easter Lily](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/67207bbbabaf1def03bcfcce9112d0aa.png)
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
![Be Well With Flowers Be Well With Flowers](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/b92cb88b81cee6ee7202ac9775f42421.png)
Be Well With Flowers
Flowers are the unifying symbol of joy, beauty, cheerfulness and healing.
- Mar. 17, 2020
- Floral
![Looking for Looking for](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/028f6b0d6edc90f9a198d2b44d160522.png)
Looking for "Singular" Floral Inspiration
Mixing Flowers Is Not The Only Solution For Beautiful Vases
- Feb. 14, 2020
- Floral
![Flowers and Foliage that Last Out of Water Flowers and Foliage that Last Out of Water](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/9312d1a0c53d758eaa80d7c01c7bc5de.jpg)
Flowers and Foliage that Last Out of Water
Certain varieties can actually survive longer outside of water.
- Jan. 14, 2020
- Floral
![Floral Designer Resource: Color, Composition, & a Centerpiece Floral Designer Resource: Color, Composition, & a Centerpiece](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/1c0fa3a74fec694332955ec898c5e559.jpg)
Floral Designer Resource: Color, Composition, & a Centerpiece
Floral designers: here's an awesome resource to boost your arrangement-game!
- Sep. 03, 2019
- Floral
![Hurricane Dorian will affect delivery date for floral the week of Sept. 9th Hurricane Dorian will affect delivery date for floral the week of Sept. 9th](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/a7c02cb3fa705aa1386ff6edb5a62083.jpg)
Hurricane Dorian will affect delivery date for floral the week of Sept. 9th
Please read this important delivery schedule change.
- Aug. 30, 2019
- Floral
![Sprinkle of Sunshine Blooms Sprinkle of Sunshine Blooms](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/cc7d797c6fe9abffe065d2c9780ba0e8.jpg)
Sprinkle of Sunshine Blooms
Peirone floral designers at it again: boosting the bloom!
- Aug. 09, 2019
- Floral
![Tropical Teaser w/Produce Mix-In's Headed Your Way Soon! Tropical Teaser w/Produce Mix-In's Headed Your Way Soon!](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/8471e9374e3c63ea7a2c287f86a3aff6.jpg)
Tropical Teaser w/Produce Mix-In's Headed Your Way Soon!
Bananas, Pineapples, Tropicals - OH MY!
- Aug. 02, 2019
- Floral
![International Floriculture Expo 2019 International Floriculture Expo 2019](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/fc239e47ab2258f6f20f255e53056638.jpg)
International Floriculture Expo 2019
IFE: the largest floral B2B trade show in North America
- Jul. 31, 2019
- Floral
![Rosauers Supermarkets ~ Yakima Rosauers Supermarkets ~ Yakima](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/f82c03cb0cd1946d725a48a522cf1a95.jpg)
Rosauers Supermarkets ~ Yakima
AMAZING 3D paper sculptures and store displays at Rosauers Yakima
- Jul. 06, 2019
- Floral
![Rose Farm in Bogotá, Columbia Rose Farm in Bogotá, Columbia](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/b50cd9c72fb5541e42a37094a555787b.jpg)
Rose Farm in Bogotá, Columbia
Sourcing the freshest roses for our floral designers
- Jun. 15, 2019
- Floral
![Post-Peirone-Expo Smiles Blooming! Post-Peirone-Expo Smiles Blooming!](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/6f3eacd8120d5cf06e72159880baa6f7.jpg)
Post-Peirone-Expo Smiles Blooming!
Just wanted to share a few "Thank You" photos post-expo from our floral collections
- Apr. 25, 2019
- Floral
![Floral Spring Makeover Idea Bonanza! Floral Spring Makeover Idea Bonanza!](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/16889f06757731f9655c4acccbb2c32d.jpg)
Floral Spring Makeover Idea Bonanza!
Spring Makeover Budget-Friendly Ideas Here
- Apr. 04, 2019
- Floral
![Easter Floral Sneak Peek Easter Floral Sneak Peek](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/49de5d34c0d418c21f67cc845f6cc624.jpg)
Easter Floral Sneak Peek
A little peep of a sneak peek of Easter florals - so colorful!
- Apr. 01, 2019
- Floral
![PEIRONE FLORAL: EXPO SNEAK PEEK #2 PEIRONE FLORAL: EXPO SNEAK PEEK #2](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/4401bcdcf8bb6b94033919a5c3f41e45.jpg)
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 Greenhouse Visit Sneak Peak: Spring Rack & Mother's Day](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/d0d8076f92488e08a3ab40929d653508.jpg)
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
![Proper Watering for Your Spring Rack Plants & Hanging Baskets Proper Watering for Your Spring Rack Plants & Hanging Baskets](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/fefde51b4922f172e881498a669770fe.jpg)
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 Peirone Floral: Expo Sneak Peek](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/d5e663d05ecec33bba812fc63bac1455.jpg)
Peirone Floral: Expo Sneak Peek
What do unicorns, Italian Ice, and Hoopfest have in common?
- Mar. 15, 2019
- Floral
![Floral Prep for Valentine's Day 2019 Floral Prep for Valentine's Day 2019](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/f589220236f949b249aebc8be50eabb1.jpg)
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
![Tips & Tricks: Blueprints for Valentine’s Day 2019 Tips & Tricks: Blueprints for Valentine’s Day 2019](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/fea1586b47efce37a6305758e50ea5fe.jpg)
Tips & Tricks: Blueprints for Valentine’s Day 2019
Helpful resource for designing those all-important Valentine's Day arrangements
- Jan. 18, 2019
- Floral
![Valentine's Day Rose Farm Update Valentine's Day Rose Farm Update](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/24958f35f5b09355054f3ad1456ac6b7.jpg)
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
![Meet Kristina Miller, Peirone's new Director of Floral Meet Kristina Miller, Peirone's new Director of Floral](/core/files/peironeproduce/news/328769bd3edd2578fc2a182da6bdcb1d.jpg)
Meet Kristina Miller, Peirone's new Director of Floral
Meet Peirone's New Director of Floral: Kristina Miller
- Jan. 10, 2019
- Floral