FRUIT MARKET Tremendous consolidation on the retail side Response
{"Image DocumentName": "FRUIT MARKET Tremendous consolidation on the retail side Response?", "Image ImageDescription": "Traditional broker markets/networks have seen significantly reduced. Fewer buyers. Retailers want direct relationships with commodity sales desks. Desire to control year-round produce demand. Marketplace clout > delegation of promotional support, variety selection and inventory control. Response? Consolidations and mergers within the fruit growing and packing community. Required to meet the demands of the Kroegers, Safeways, Costcos, and other large retailers. Value added services (5 above) Walmart (2009 decision) \u2013 Manage their own inventory in an attempt to reduce fruit prices. Result? 5 of the largest sales desks in the state of Washington reportedly now control 60% of apple sales by volume. It is anticipated that this consolidation will continue.", "Image XResolution": "37", "Image YResolution": "37", "Image ResolutionUnit": "Pixels/Centimeter", "Image Software": "SlidePlayer", "Image YCbCrPositioning": "Centered"}