39%
of online sales come from Fresh Foods

1/3
Shoppers Tried New Produce due to Social Media

87%
Retailers use Fresh-Prepared Programs

The Fresh Factor

The fresh industry never stands still, and staying ahead means focusing on the issues that matter most to retailers, wholesalers, and product suppliers today.

At FreshForward, we are diving deep into what is shaping the future of fresh foods, including staying connected with consumers, elevating merchandising strategies, and applying practical, real‑world technology.



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The State of Fresh Foods 2025

The food industry continues to increase investments in fresh and overcome hurdles. The 2025 edition of FMI’s The State of Fresh Foods details how all this is playing out and provides the latest data points and benchmarks.

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