Tag Archives: Locally grown

Fresh produce guarantee reinforces our commitment to sustainable agriculture


It makes sense that when produce gets to our stores quicker and more efficiently, it will last longer when you get it home. But what may not be as apparent are all the ways that sustainability plays a role in making this happen.

For example, we’ve committed to doubling the sourcing of locally grown produce we sell in the U.S. between 2010 and 2015.

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August 3 is National Watermelon Day

National Watermelon Day, Walmart

There are few other tastes just right for the sweltering summer heat than the fresh bite of a watermelon slice. Made up of 92 percent water, watermelons are not only ideal for a hot day, but their multitude of health benefits make them an important part of a healthy diet.

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Farm tour stop 3: Crown Orchard

Judy Chiles, Jack Sinclair, Ron McCormick and Tres Bailey at the Crown Orchard peach packaging plant.

Judy Chiles, Jack Sinclair, Ron McCormick and Tres Bailey checking out peaches at the Crown Orchard packaging plant.
As part of Walmart’s commitment to locally grown produce and healthier foods, today Jack Sinclair, Andrea Thomas and others are making a series of visits to a few farms in Virginia.

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Farm tour stop 2: Gordonsville Walmart

Jack Sinclair talks about our locally grown and healthier food efforts

Jack Sinclair, EVP of food for Walmart U.S., talks to tour attendees about our locally grown and healthier food efforts
As part of Walmart’s commitment to locally grown produce and healthier foods, today Jack Sinclair, Andrea Thomas and others are making a series of visits to a few farms in Virginia.

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Meeting local farmers in Virginia

Judy Chiles, Jack Sinclair, Ron McCormick and Tres Bailey at the Crown Orchard peach packaging plant.


Stephanie Cheng, Andrea Thomas, Jack Sinclair, Tony Cheng at the Cheng’s Mountain View Orchard Asian pear farm in Stafford, VA.
As part of Walmart’s commitment to locally grown produce and healthier foods, today Jack Sinclair, Andrea Thomas and others are making a series of visits to a few farms in Virginia.

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