Neal Walsh

This week's market report shows overall improvements, with favorable weather boosting quality. Prices for iceberg lettuce, romaine, zucchini, and yellow squash are dropping, while green and red bell peppers are seeing price increases. Border issues are causing higher prices for avocados and potentially other commodities. Stay tuned for updates and check out the full produce market report here. #producemarket #producemarketreport #cheflife #avocados

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As Oprah Winfrey beautifully stated, "Passion is the log that keeps the fire of purpose blazing." In the fresh produce industry, this sentiment rings true. Let's reignite our passion and let the fire of purpose propel our industry forward! Passion in our work drives innovation, experimentation, and boundary-pushing. In the fresh produce sector, this translates to new fruit and vegetable varieties, sustainable farming practices, and enhanced food safety measures. When we are passionate, we inspire others to join our cause, leading to increased consumer demand, new market opportunities, and value addition to the supply chain through collaboration and customer-centric approaches. It's time to revive our industry with passion, purpose, and a dedication to excellence. Let's share our stories, support one another, and inspire the next generation to ensure a vibrant future for the fresh produce industry. Join me in rekindling the passion and keeping the flame of purpose alive in the fresh produce industry! Share your thoughts, ideas, and stories in the comments below. Together, we can drive innovation, consumption, and value throughout the supply chain. #FreshProduceIndustry #Passion #Innovation #Sustainability #FoodSafety #ConsumerDemand #SupplyChain #Collaboration #Inspiration

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Dive into the future of food safety with ReposiTrak CEO Randy Fields! In his latest feature in Supermarket Perimeter, Randy discusses the critical importance of a comprehensive traceability plan for the industry. His insights are invaluable for anyone looking to stay ahead in food safety. For a deeper understanding and the full article, follow this: https://lnkd.in/gNSMq4tZ #Traceability #FoodSafety #FSMA204 #SupermarketPerimeter

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Now is the time to examine retail seafood programs. Grocers should be able to substantially increase their share of food service seafood…if they can adjust to the realities of the current market http://ow.ly/rWAG105u9Ln

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🍦 Consumers are saying “yes, and” to dairy in all its forms. From the traditional options to plant-based, next-generation innovations, and beyond, today’s broader dairy category has something for everyone. ➡️ Download our latest dairy insights and get the scoop on what’s driving dairy and dairy alternative purchases: https://bit.ly/4dbeoPE

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With 30 years of experience in the food industry, Greg bring several facets of the trade to #TheFoodConnector team including merchandising and supply chain management experience with foodservice distributors and produce companies. On the sales and marketing side, Greg worked at several innovative cheese and dairy producers over the years and was involved with both commodity market items and value-added product development projects. He brings new, creative, and collaborative aspects of product development and marketing to his practice each day! #FoodserviceMarketing #Marketing #FoodIndustry #FoodTrends #DigitalMarketing #MarketingInsights #GenerateLeads #DataAnalytics

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Beverage concepts boom as budget-minded customers look to indulge. Coffee, tea, soda, smoothie, juice, and boba concepts all performed well http://ow.ly/SXVE105vIRM

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Are you ready to take your brewery to the next level? If you're passionate about delivering top-notch, fresh-tasting beer to your customers, then flash pasteurization is your secret weapon. Flash pasteurization is not just a process; it's the art of preserving your beer's natural flavor, texture, and nutrition while extending its shelf life. Check out this blog to learn more about flash pasteurization, hot it works, and why it could be a perfect fit for your brewery. https://lnkd.in/ggpFpHyy

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When MaLeeka Curry (Senior Manager of Field Implementation and Training, Slim Chickens) saw how ServSuccess could expand the knowledge of Slim Chicken's team members, she understood the power of what dedicated industry training could do. Learn more about what ServSuccess can do for you and your team at servsuccess.com.

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When MaLeeka Curry (Senior Manager of Field Implementation and Training, Slim Chickens) saw how ServSuccess could expand the knowledge of Slim Chicken's team members, she understood the power of what dedicated industry training could do. Learn more about what ServSuccess can do for you and your team at servsuccess.com.

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🚀 Exciting News from S&L Food Sales! 🚀 "We were old school," shares Chris Leitner, Partner & General Manager at S&L Food Sales. But old habits can't always keep up with modern demands. That's why we made a pivotal decision to innovate our paper picking process with hands-free barcode scanning by PickRight. Struggling with mis-picks, lengthy shifts, and decreasing morale, we knew it was time for a transformation. That's when we partnered with ProCat, and the results have been nothing short of phenomenal! 📈 Our order accuracy now soars at an impressive 99.7%, drastically reducing costly missteps and customer credits. 📉 Thanks to the seamless implementation of PickRight, our operations have streamlined, morale has skyrocketed, and our customers are happier than ever before. Curious about S&L Food Sales journey and the impact of PickRight by ProCat? Dive into our success story to discover how we evolved and why S&L Food Sales is now a leading distributor in our industry. Join us as we celebrate progress, efficiency, and the power of innovation! 💡 #PoweringPerformance #Innovation #SuccessStory #ProCat #ProCatDistributionTechnologies #PickRight #SupplyChain #Logistics #Distribution #InventoryManagement #Warehousing #Transportation #Procurement #SupplyChainManagement #DemandForecasting #Sourcing #Shipping #InventoryControl #ReverseLogistics #ColdChain #LastMileDelivery #Fulfillment #VendorManagement #FreightManagement #LeanManufacturing #JustInTime #WarehouseTech #InventoryManagement #WarehouseSoftware #SupplyChainTech #LogisticsSoftware #WarehouseAutomation #SmartWarehousing #DigitalSupplyChain #InventoryControl #WarehouseOps #DistributionSoftware #WarehouseEfficiency #InventoryOptimization #WarehouseSolutions #WarehouseAnalytics #FulfillmentTech #WarehouseIntegration #WMS #FoodDistribution #FoodLogistics #SupplyChainFood #DistributingFood #FoodSupplyChain #FoodTransportation #ColdChain #FoodStorage #FoodDelivery #FoodSafety #FreshFood #FoodService #PerishableGoods #FoodIndustry #FoodHandling #DistributionNetwork #FoodHub #FoodSecurity

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As we approach the Fourth of July, BBQ costs are hitting record highs, yet the dairy industry sees a bright spot with stable cheese prices amid strong consumer demand. Viking Specialty Supply is well-positioned to support manufacturers during these times, offering reliable supply and quality dairy products to meet evolving market needs. Discover how this trend presents opportunities for growth and stability in the dairy sector in our latest feature. #DairyIndustry #FoodCosts #FourthOfJuly #CheeseMarket #VikingSpecialtySupply

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