Anne Allen

2 weeks ago | m.andnowuknow.com | Anne Allen

UNITED STATES - A new grocery board is taking root at Amazon, and with that, the retail giant's aggressive new strategy to become a grocery stalwart. In an internal memo circulated last week, Jason Buechel, Whole Foods Chief Executive Officer and Amazon Vice President of Worldwide Grocery, outlined the grocery-forward plans of Amazon and which leaders are going to help him accomplish it.

2 weeks ago | delimarketnews.com | Anne Allen

NEW YORK CITY, NYGrillo’s Pickles is no stranger to being a cult-favorite brand, especially not after launching campaigns to solidify its messaging with consumers. After last year’s celebration of National Pickle Day with PopUp Bagels, the two are teaming up again. “We’re stoked to be back for round two with our friends at PopUp Bagels,” shared Eddie Andre, Vice President of Brand, Grillo’s Pickles. “After seeing the reaction to our debut last year, we’re bringing back our Pickle de Gallo Schmear.

3 weeks ago | m.andnowuknow.com | Anne Allen

PORTERVILLE, CA - Reporting a strong start to its domestic stonefruit season, Homegrown Organic Farms breaks down the strategies necessary to keep category sales high throughout the summer. “We’re seeing excellent quality across our organic stonefruit varieties, with clean, vibrant fruit, strong sizing, and solid volume projections,” begins Parker Anderson, Tree Fruit Category Manager. “Favorable weather during bloom and early fruit set the stage for a successful season.

3 weeks ago | m.andnowuknow.com | Anne Allen

TRAVERSE CITY, MI - Blueberries are a vital part of the berry section in the produce department, and retailers need to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the sector. I touched base with North Bay Produce’s Ryan Lockman, who was more than happy to clue me in on the supplier’s current domestic blueberry crop and how buy-side partners can take advantage this summer.

4 weeks ago | andnowuknow.com | Anne Allen

IRVINE, CA - With a proprietary raspberry program cultivated for the summer, Gem-Pack Berries has cultivated favor with both retailers and consumers. I touched base with Michelle Deleissegues, Senior Vice President of Marketing, to learn a bit more. “May marks the beginning of the Watsonville season, which builds throughout late spring and intensifies in mid-June,” she tells me.