Target will lower everyday regular prices on approximately 5,000 frequently shopped items across its assortment. The retailer has just reduced prices on about 1,500 items, with thousands more price cuts planned to take effect over the course of the summer. Consumers will enjoy savings on everyday items such as fresh fruit and vegetables, snacks, milk, meat and bread.

"We know consumers are feeling pressured to make the most of their budget, and Target is here to help them save more," said Rick Gomez, executive vice president and chief food, essentials and beauty officer, Target. "Our teams

Earlier this month more than $5.4 million of methamphetamine was discovered in a commercial shipment of papayas. U.S. Customs & Border Protection officers found 369 packages containing a total of 606 pounds of alleged methamphetamine in the shipment.

“This large seizure illustrates the dedication of our frontline officers to CBP’s border security mission and their effective utilization of inspections technology and canines to detect and interdict narcotics,” said Port Director Carlos Rodriguez, Hidalgo/Pharr/Anzalduas port of entry.

The seizure occurred on May 9 at the Pharr International

While the offshore melon volume is finishing up, the domestic crop will be up and running during the next few weeks and the quality will be exceptional.

Start putting together your summer melon layout and get ready to promote them in your ads. The melon category is recognized for its high sales volume, especially during the summer months. Build some super-aggressive displays of cantaloupes, honeydews, watermelons and other varieties that will get customers to purchase several.

Offshore cantaloupes and honeydews are finishing up rapidly on a higher market. The new crop out of California will

This year the Southeast Produce Council awarded 38 SEPC Member Scholarships. Recipients receive one $1,500 scholarship annually. Past recipients are eligible; however, they must have maintained a 3.0 GPA, and first preference is given to new applicants.

Scholarships are awarded to applicants who meet the application criteria of having a parent or grandparent who is a corporate member in good standing with the SEPC and has personally attended at least one SEPC event within the last 12 months. Additionally, applicants must be enrolled as a full-time student with a minimum of 12 semester hours

For the third consecutive year, Schnuck Markets Inc. has been selected as a 2024 U.S. Best Managed Company. Sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies and the achievements of their management teams.

“We are, once again, extremely honored and humbled to be named a U.S. Best Managed Company three years running,” said Schnucks Chairman and CEO Todd Schnuck. “Our organization’s leadership, board members and shareholders remain aligned on our strategic vision, and our 12,000 teammates continually serve our many communities

Ark Foods is embracing the sizzle of summer with its bold array of bagged peppers. As spicy flavor trends continue to captivate taste buds across the nation, Ark Foods is at the forefront, offering a tantalizing selection tailored to every palate.

In a culinary landscape where spice often reigns supreme, Ark Foods recognizes that not all heat is created equal. From the fiery zest of Jalapeño peppers to the mild allure of Shishito peppers, Ark Foods presents a spectrum of options to suit every preference. Each Ark Foods pepper tote bag is thoughtfully labeled with a spice meter, empowering