Understanding America’s Eating Culture

Understanding America's Eating Culture

During United Fresh 2013′s Retail-Foodservice Super Session, June Jo Lee of the Hartman Group explained that the way Americans think about food has changed dramatically in the last 50 years. Continue reading

Top 10 Reasons to Bring Bananas to a Picnic

Top 10 Reasons to Bring Bananas to a Picnic

As we head deeper into the summer, many of your customers will be out and about. Give them the most convenient food item to take with them, an organic banana! There are many benefits to bringing bananas along to the great outdoors. Keep reading to find 10 great reasons to bring bananas to a picnic. Continue reading

How Changing Demographics Will Help Produce

How Changing Demographics Will Help Produce

At the United Fresh 2013 post-show Produce Marketing & Merchandising Conference, there were two presentations that focused on the country’s changing demographics: one on the growing multicultural population and one on how the ages of consumers will shift in the next 10 years. The good news for produce is that both of these trends can lead to increased category sales if the department takes advantage of the opportunities. Continue reading

Recipe: Cheesy Ham and Banana Casserole

Cheesy Ham and Banana Casserole

This dish might seem like an odd combination of flavors, but when put together the ingredients create an out-of-this-world fusion. Step out of your comfort zone this weekend and try something new that you might just like! Continue reading

Straighten Up and Fly Right

Straighten-Up-Produce-Displays

Many times, a good straightening is in order for a produce department to go from messy to respectable presentation. This step is crucial, and it is especially beneficial after a wave of customers have shopped your department.A columnist from The Packer puts his two-cents on the subject matter. Continue reading

Keep Dad Healthy this Father’s Day

Keep Dad Healthy this Father's Day Banana Marketing

Increase awareness to bananas during your Father’s Day promotions and give your customers the facts they need to have a happier, healthier dad. Make this Father’s Day more special for dad. This time of year is the one day we celebrate the special men in our lives who raised us, taught us how to ride a bike, and so much more. Continue reading

Recipe: Dark Chocolate Banana Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

Chocolate Banana Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

These cupcakes are rich and packed with banana flavor. The addition of dark chocolate balances the sweetness and rounds out the cake.  Using real vanilla beans in both the cake and the frosting adds a subtle and intriguing aroma that will leave you longing for more. Continue reading