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NORTHEAST, US - As November settles in, residents across the Great Lakes and Northeast are bracing for a blustery, rain-soaked stretch defined by one storm after another. AccuWeather expects up to four systems to move through the region this week, each bringing a mix of rain, wind, and even early-season snow to higher elevations.
The first system’s cold front has already stirred gusts over 40mph across Lake Erie and Lake Ontario, while a midweek storm promises to follow quickly on its heels, pulling down cold Canadian air and sending temperatures tumbling several degrees below seasonal averages. Snow is likely for parts of upstate New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine, with minor accumulations possible in elevated areas like the Berkshires and Catskills.
A separate storm tracking northeastward along the shoreline is also bringing a brief push of showers from far northeastern North Carolina and eastern Virginia through Cape Cod, Massachusetts, according to the source. Richmond, Virginia; New York City; Hartford, Connecticut; and Boston also experienced a few showers throughout the evening hours on Monday.
By late week, another storm will sweep in, bringing a final round of rain and gusty winds, potentially up to 60mph in open terrain. Despite the inconvenience, meteorologists note that the moisture could help ease ongoing drought conditions in several areas. Between brief lulls of calm, the week ahead will feel like a fast-moving sampler of winter’s arrival.
Stay tuned to ANUK as shifting weather patterns continue to shape how winter unfolds across key agricultural and transport corridors.
PHOENIX, AZ - Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. reported results for the 13-week third quarter ended September 28, 2025.
"We are opening stores nationwide, and our strategy continues to resonate with our target customers, resulting in strong third quarter performance," said Jack Sinclair, chief executive officer of Sprouts Farmers Market, in the recent release. "Our passionate team members, financial foundation, and disciplined execution will position us to deliver sustainable earnings growth, as we navigate strong year-over-year comparisons."
Third Quarter Highlights:
- Net sales totaled $2.2 billion; a 13% increase from the same period in 2024
- Comparable store sales growth of 5.9%
- Diluted earnings per share of $1.22; compared to diluted earnings per share of $0.91 in the same period in 2024
- Opened 9 new stores, resulting in 464 stores in 24 states as of September 28, 2025
Leverage and Liquidity in Third Quarter 2025
- Entered into a new $600 million credit facility with terms and conditions substantially similar to our previous agreement
- Ended the quarter with $322 million in cash and cash equivalents and zero balance on our $600 million revolving credit facility
- Authorized a new $1 billion share repurchase program and repurchased 0.4 million shares of common stock for a total investment of
- $50 million, excluding excise tax
- Generated cash from operations of $577 million and invested $194 million in capital expenditures, net of landlord reimbursement, year-to-date through September 28, 2025
Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Outlook
The following provides information on our fourth quarter 2025 outlook:
- Comparable store sales growth: 0.0% to 2.0%
- Diluted earnings per share: $0.86 to $0.90
The following provides information on our full-year 2025 outlook:
- Net sales growth: approximately 14%
- Comparable store sales growth: approximately 7%
- EBIT: $675 million to $680 million
- Diluted earnings per share: $5.24 to $5.28
- Unit growth: 37 new stores
- Capital expenditures (net of landlord reimbursements): $230 million to $250 million
See the full report here.
NEWPORT BEACH, CA - Side Delights® announces ways to make festive Friendsgiving potato side dishes as new generations embrace the tradition of hosting or bringing their holiday meals to their chosen families.
Friendsgiving was not officially added to the Merriam-Webster dictionary until 2020, but according to the entry, it started appearing in print in 2007, circulating more significantly online in 2013.1
In 2018, research firm YPulse called Friendsgiving “The ultimate dinner party for millennials”, reporting that 32% of 18-35-year-olds attended or plan to host this type of holiday gathering/party.
“Friendsgiving or Thanksgiving can be more fun and less work with versatile products like Side Delights® SteamablesTM, for a simple, easy potato side dish that can be jazzed up for company,” noted Kathleen Triou, president and CEO of Fresh Solutions Network, in the recent release.
According to the 2025 Consumer Attitudes and Usage Study, potatoes are America’s favorite vegetable for the ninth year in a row, and the number one reason consumers love them is because of their versatility.
“America’s favorite side dish is delicious served hot or cold, making potatoes the perfect side dish for a busy host or to bring as a guest,” added Triou.
Side Delights Steamables are ready in the microwave in eight minutes to enjoy on their own or in traditional holiday recipes with a spin, such as Vermont-style Mashed Sweet Potato and Onion, or for a lighter dish that can be served cold like Red, White, and Blue Potato Salad. Additional inspiration can be found on the Recipe page for a large selection of Fall recipes.
Side Delights® offers a variety of products, including bagged and bulk potatoes, potato kits, convenience potatoes, petite potatoes, fresh-cut potatoes, and organic potatoes. For more information on Side Delights® products and its network of farms, visit FreshSolutionsNet.com, SideDelights.com, and GrownWhereItMatters.com.
TUCSON, AZ - Some people love to network. Others find it awkward or even exhausting. No matter which type of produce industry pro you are, the Southwest International Produce Expo is designed to be a refreshing place to connect and conduct business. The event, best known as SWIPE, is redefining how trade show business gets done — by making it easy, laid-back and, most of all, fun. Imagine more cold drinks over lively activity and less small talk at stale mixers.
Put Your Best Putt Forward at Puttapalooza
An attendee favorite, Puttapalooza is SWIPE’s answer to the 16th hole. It brings the entire event together for a boisterous day of putting challenges, cold beverages and prize-packed games. No golf handicap is needed here, as all SWIPE attendees are invited to spend Thursday, January 22 at the Club at Starr Pass to compete for prizes ranging from Bluetooth headsets to bottles of top-shelf spirits. This event, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm is casual, energetic and packed with personality — just like the produce industry itself.
Puttapalooza is a great way for all SWIPE attendees to come together during the SWIPE Desert Classic Golf Tournament. Cheer on your favorite golfing friends, interact with the teams as they take a swing by the Puttapalooza course, and have fun meeting other attendees during this first day of networking and activities.
Build On-Target Relationships at the Desert Clay Shootout
For attendees ready to swap the tradeshow buzz for fresh air and marksmanship, the SWIPE Desert Clay Shootout at Tucson Trap and Skeet Club offers a laid-back setting to unwind and connect with fellow attendees. Happening on Saturday, January 24, this event is part of SWIPE’s stay-and-play programming, which also includes the inaugural Pickleball Paddle Battle tournament and a border tour of local warehouses that handle fresh produce.
The smaller group Saturday events are for those that want to stay and enjoy the SWIPE desert vibes for just a little longer. It’s not about hitting every clay pigeon. It’s about hitting it off with the people who matter to your business.
“At SWIPE, strong relationships are built on shared experiences that lead to meaningful business relationships,” said FPAA President Lance Jungmeyer in the recent release. “Whether it’s on the green or at the range, we create moments that spark opportunities for fresh partnerships.”
From educational sessions and informal receptions to the luxurious retreat-style environment of the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa in Tucson, everyone can network their own way at SWIPE, happening on January 22-24, 2026. Visit www.SWIPEexpo.com to register and learn more about the Southwest’s premier produce industry event!
TRAVERSE CITY, MI - The U.S. Tart Cherry Industry made a bold statement at this year’s Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE), reintroducing tart cherries to the conference’s influential registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) as a versatile, science-backed fruit with staying power.
Through an immersive kickoff experience with a select group of close to 100 of the industry’s most notable dietitians, the industry demonstrated how tart cherries — whether sipped, snacked or baked — can move beyond the sidelines and become a staple in American homes and health routines.
For the tart cherry industry, showing up at FNCE wasn’t just about visibility — it was about signaling a future-forward shift. As more consumers turn to food for function, dietitians play a pivotal role in shaping purchasing habits, recommending products and building trust in agricultural ingredients. The event reinforced tart cherries’ value as a credible, research-backed food with relevance far beyond the dessert aisle.
“Registered dietitians are not only science translators, they’re cultural connectors,” said Amy Cohn, RDN, president of the U.S. Tart Cherry Industry, in the recent release. “When they recommend a specific type of food, it matters — at the grocery store, in the pantry and across social platforms. This event gave dietitians a reason to see tart cherries differently and to bring that story to life for the people they serve.”
The Power of Movement Meets the Power of Recovery
The experience — titled Power Down with Tart Cherries — tapped into growing consumer interest in rest, recovery and everyday performance. The event leaned into tart cherries’ deep ties to muscle recovery, connecting the dots between tart cherry juice, muscle support and the rising popularity of products that help consumers reset after physical activity.
From juice to dried fruit, frozen, canned and beyond, tart cherries were showcased not only as delicious but also as purposeful.
A Strategic First Step
This presence at FNCE represents a new chapter for the tart cherry industry: one focused on uniting growers, processors, health professionals, and food communicators behind a single goal — making tart cherries a household staple across all forms.
“It’s not just about product; it’s about presence,” added Cohn. “We showed up where the future of food and nutrition is being shaped, and the message we heard back from dietitians was clear: tart cherries belong on the table.”
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