Weather has delayed a number of fresh produce items throughout the industry making it challenging for ad planning. However, there are also various other items readily available for promotions.

There is a good supply of bunched broccoli and broccoli crowns available for ad promotion. The quality is excellent, and the market is steady.

On the other hand, cauliflower supplies have decreased and tightened up. The quality is still good, but the market has escalated substantially due to supply and demand.

There is a very good supply of celery available to promote. The quality has been excellent

Yesterday the Federal Trade Commission sued to block Kroger’s $24.6 billion acquisition of the Albertsons Cos. Inc. —the largest proposed supermarket merger in U.S. history — saying the deal is anticompetitive. In response, Kroger said blocking its merger with Albertsons will harm consumers and workers.

Kroger said its business model is to take costs out of the business and invest in lowering prices for customers. Kroger has reduced prices every year since 2003, resulting in $5 billion invested to lower prices and a 5 percent reduction in gross margin over this period.

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In a significant stride toward innovation within the agricultural sector, DLJ Produce announced a strategic marketing partnership with the distinguished Royal Madera Vineyards. As traditional California growers navigate the complexities of farmland consolidation, this alliance emerges as a beacon of support, underscoring DLJ Produce's empathy for maintaining the sustainability of cherished family farms like Royal Madera Vineyards.

This collaboration unites over 30 years of shared history and commitment to quality, customer satisfaction and sustainability, symbolizing a milestone for both

The Federal Trade Commission today sued to block the largest proposed supermarket merger in U.S. history — Kroger’s $24.6 billion acquisition of the Albertsons Cos. Inc. — alleging that the deal is anticompetitive.

The FTC charges that the proposed deal will eliminate fierce competition between Kroger and Albertsons, leading to higher prices for groceries and other essential household items for millions of Americans. The loss of competition will also lead to lower quality products and services, while also narrowing consumers’ choices for where to shop for groceries.

For thousands of grocery

Major League Baseball spring training first took place in the 1870s when the Cincinnati Red Stockings and Chicago White Stockings opened up camps in New Orleans. By 1900, spring training became a normal routine among all the teams.

Baseball’s spring training is only the beginning of a long season. Players on all teams continue to practice and workout every single day whether there is a game scheduled or not. This is beneficial in maintaining their athletic ability to consistently perform up to standards.

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United Natural Foods Inc. wrapped up its second Spring & Summer Show of the year in Orlando, FL, this week. Over the two-day event, the company hosted more than 3,300 customers from UNFI’s U.S. east and central regions. They connected with UNFI’s extensive community of suppliers from across North America, who were offering a wide range of conventional, fresh, natural, and organic products as well as retail solutions for the total store.

“Customers came seeking deals for their shoppers, and suppliers were willing to accommodate them,” said UNFI East Region President Kelly Sosa. “The breadth of