Radicchio & Chicory Toolkit
With shoppers searching your department for the new and novel, the time is right to bring in a rainbow of organic radicchios and chicories. Ubiquitous in Italy, these vibrant, bitter greens have been becoming a popular addition to salad bowls in North America too. The Northwest crop kicks off in October and extends into winter for the perfect opportunity to bring shoppers an exciting alternative to lettuce during cooler months—though these leaves are also at home on the stove.
Mushroom Toolkit
Mushrooms are having a moment. For the last few years, shoppers have had a growing awareness of how mushrooms can help them work towards their overall health and wellness goals. They’re packed with nutrition, and are versatile, tasty and satisfying. Plus, fungi are fascinating!
Organic Yellow Pitaya Dragon Fruit Toolkit
Inside the vibrant yellow skin of the sunny Yellow Pitaya dragon fruit is juicy, white flesh studded with small, edible seeds. Its texture is like a cross of a kiwi and a pear with a sweet and mild, lightly floral flavor.
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.
Winter Squash Toolkit
It just wouldn’t be fall or winter without mountains of winter squash. From soups, hearty salads and side dishes to pies, muffins and pancakes (not to mention lattes), winter squash is a seasonal staple once the weather turns cold and the holidays approach. With their long shelf life and versatility in the kitchen, OGC has a squash for every eater, menu and produce department.
Kiwi Berry Toolkit
Perfectly poppable, organic Ladybug Brand® kiwi berries are a late summer treat to keep eaters happily snacking into fall. Boasting the same bright, fruit flavor as classic kiwis, kiwi berries are fuzz-free and bite size—great for eating like a grape. Packed with vitamins and antioxidants, these cute fruits aren’t just for snack time. They’re tasty in smoothies, a fun addition to salads and perfect for parfaits. Arriving in eye-catching Ladybug Brand clamshells from small family farms in Oregon, these kiwi berries look great on the shelf and even better in shopper’s baskets.