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    1. Are sustainability and stewardship the same?

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Southwood, Andrew (author)
    Format:
    Commentary
    Publication Date:
    2020-07-15
    Published:
    USA: Farm Journal Media
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 201 Document Number: D11762
    Journal Title:
    Packer
    Notes:
    Online from publisher. 2 pages., Author suggests that while many in the produce industry use "sustainability" and "stewardship" as interchangeable terms,they are not. "True sustainability is a mindset that is international in its approach, purposeful in the value it adds to all stakeholders, resource-optimized for operations, circular in thinking, supply chain resilient, ecologically friendly and culturally attuned."

    2. Curtain call - a few more thoughts on theater in the produce department

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Dey, Brian (author)
    Format:
    Commentary
    Publication Date:
    2020-11-23
    Published:
    USA
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 201 Document Number: D11920
    Journal Title:
    Packer
    Notes:
    Online from publication. 7 pages., Merchandiser of fresh produce explains how theater events in a produce department can create fun and excitement and can make memorable impressions on customers.

    3. Curtain call - a few more thoughts on theater in the produce department

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Dey, Brian (author)
    Format:
    Commentary
    Publication Date:
    2020-11-23
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 202 Document Number: D12011
    Journal Title:
    Packer
    Notes:
    Online from periodical. 7 pages., Senior merchandiser of a produce wholesaler reports recent examples of successful events and displays in retail marketing of mushrooms and apples. "So, produce world, what will your customers see next when the curtain rises in your department? Create theater, create opportunity, and create sales!"

    4. How to keep your customers

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Lobato, Armand (author)
    Format:
    Commentary
    Publication Date:
    2020-11-04
    Published:
    USA
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 202 Document Number: D12080
    Journal Title:
    Packer
    Notes:
    Online from publication. 3 pages., Author compares the produce departments of two food stores, in terms of appearance, organization, selection, and staff assistance. Emphasizes how loyal customer retention affects grocery bills, which are "everyone's single-largest bill, behind a mortgage or rent."

    5. Keep grocery shopping personal, despite tech innovations

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Sowder, Amy (author)
    Format:
    Commentary
    Publication Date:
    2020-09
    Published:
    International
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 202 Document Number: D11965
    Journal Title:
    Packer
    Notes:
    Online from publication. 3 pages., "As we find evermore convenient ways to serve customers and work smarter, let's not lose the human touch. We all need it, no matter our age or location."

    6. Local, egional produce gains consumer interest

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Sowder, Amy (author)
    Format:
    Commentary
    Publication Date:
    2020-07-17
    Published:
    USA
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 201 Document Number: D11758
    Journal Title:
    Packer
    Notes:
    Online from publisher. 3 pages., Case examples in the eastern U.S. of consumer food buying from local, -in-state, and regional producers, with expressions of increased interest and preference.

    7. The future of retail

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Peterson, Bruce (author)
    Format:
    Commentary
    Publication Date:
    2020-07-17
    Published:
    USA
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 201 Document Number: D11756
    Journal Title:
    Packer
    Notes:
    Online from publisher. 1 page., Consultant author identifies four trends he expects in retailing - in general and in food produce departments in particular.

    8. When a baby's window for liking vegetables closes

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Sowder, Amy (author)
    Format:
    Commentary
    Publication Date:
    2020-12-02
    Published:
    USA
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 202 Document Number: D12012
    Journal Title:
    Packer
    Notes:
    Online from periodical., Article briefly describes research indicating the windows of opportunity for encouraging babies to eat and like fruits and vegetables.

    9. Why the middleman still matters

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Sowder, Amy (author)
    Format:
    Commentary
    Publication Date:
    2020-10-09
    Published:
    USA
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 202 Document Number: D11966
    Journal Title:
    Packer
    Notes:
    Online from publication. 2 pages., Author notes how, in the food marketing complex, diversification can help a business survive in this changing industry.