Bring the Grove to Your Aisles
Fresh from California’s northernmost citrus soils, Johansen Ranch fruit brings a little sunshine to every shelf. These organic Satsuma and Clementine mandarins, Blood oranges and Meyer lemons are grown with the same patience and purpose that’s guided the ranch for generations.
Pie Apple Round Up
There’s no other time of year when so many shoppers will be plotting their perfect apple pie, and folks will be on the hunt for apples to make theirs stand out. Apple pies are best when they have a mix of apples to bring a balance of tartness, texture and rich apple flavor, so encourage shoppers to stock up on a smattering of these tried and true picks.
New compostable mesh produce bag cuts plastic use
The latest advance is a compostable mesh produce bag being piloted at PCC stores through Organically Grown Company, a Portland-based distributor and major PCC supplier. Learn more about the net bag.
Tell Shoppers to Give Quince a Chance
Quince’s bright yellow makes a great color break next to apples, pears and persimmons, and an enticing recipe card or simple shelf signage are all you need to convince quince novices to take a few home. Don’t let shoppers miss out on this super special fall fruit and download OGC’s shelf sign to add to your display.
2025 Autumn Update
In this 2025 Autumn Update, you’ll find stories that capture our mission in action and the folks behind the work.
Apple Toolkit
A crisp feeling in the air and the crunch of leaves underfoot are classic fall feelings, but autumn needs a quintessential crisp and crunchy fruit to go with it. To make sure your department matches the season, OGC has a steady stream of delicious and unique apple varieties all fall long. With over 60 varieties throughout the season, celebrate the harvest by promoting fan favorites and bring in special heirloom varieties to help your department or menu stand out.
GROW-ing Together This September
This year is the 20th anniversary of GROW by Organics Unlimited, the program that puts money from every case of their organic bananas and papayas toward education, healthcare and community development in their growing regions.
To celebrate, they’re hosting the GROW-ing Together display contest during the month of September. Retailers can get creative to show how their bananas help create change.
California Keitt Mangos Mean Big Fruit & Big Flavor
The heyday of Mexican mango season is winding down, setting the stage for a very special tropical treat to make its debut. Large in size and big on flavor, California grown Keitt mangos have buttery golden flesh with sweet, rich mango flavor. Without any stringy fibers, the silky fruit is delicious sliced fresh and in salads, salsas and desserts.
Download OGC’s Plum & Pluot Tools
It’s an understatement to say that there are many varieties of organic plums and pluots to choose from. To guide purchasing plans and increase category knowledge, download and print OGC’s primer describing the various shades, flavor profiles and windows of availability for the over 55 gems in this delicious category.
NW Melon Season is Off to a Tasty Start
Melons have been on since May from Mexico and California and as the Northwest season kicks off, OGC’s melon buyer Rachel Pienovi is sourcing delicious melon from growers in Hermiston, Oregon and Eltopia, Washington.
Organic Honeydew: More Than Meets the Rind
This summer, it's time to take a closer look at the honeydew melons your shoppers are craving. Don’t judge a melon by its rind – these three varieties pack unexpected flavor and color inside.
Meet Garleek
It’s hard to argue with the culinary perfection of a gorgeous leek or a spicy clove of garlic – the two alliums are essential building blocks for delicious meals and well-stocked produce departments alike. But flavor-focused Row 7 Seed Company decided to combine them, and, well, you’ll be glad they did.
Grape Toolkit
From organic seedless table grapes and candy seedless specialty varieties to Northwest-grown options and Ladybug Brand recyclable grape totes, there’s a lot to know and love about this tasty category.
Go Big with Reed Avocados
Reed avocados are extra big, extra creamy and extra flavorful. But one trait has kept them from becoming extra famous.
It’s Time for Months of Melon Magic
Last week, a team from OGC headed down to California’s Imperial Valley to wander through melon fields, chat with growers and get a taste of first-of-the-season fruit.
Bring On the Bold Flavor of Asian Greens
Download point of purchase shelf signage so shoppers have also the info they need about these great greens.
Gear Up for a Great Stone Fruit Season
Stone fruit season is just getting started and it is going to be a delicious one! Cherries were the first on the scene, with bright red varieties like Brooks leading the pack and Bing coming right behind.
Get Ready for Grilling
OGC has everything you need to stock your department with grill-ready fruits, vegetables and fungi to be ready for Memorial Day.
Stock Up on Mother’s Day Essentials
Mother’s Day is just over a week away, and shoppers are starting to scheme an elaborate brunch or special breakfast in bed. Make sure all the moms in your neck of the woods are spoiled by packing your department full of festive favorites.
What a Plum Harvest Is Teaching Us About Food Waste
The mission? To figure out how to cut down on food waste from the moment plums are picked, to when they reach New Seasons Market, located in the greater Portland area.