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August continues positive fresh produce volume trend
The August Fresh Produce Marketplace August’s summer weather, time off and travel boosted restaurant dining. According to the Circana (formerly...
ProducePay joins World Economic Forum’s Innovation Community
September 26, 2023 LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)–ProducePay BB #:299330, the agtech company transforming the global produce industry into a more connected...
Safeway Fresh Foods recalls Sunnyside Farms organic butternut squash because of possible health risk
The FDA posted this company announcement September 25, 2023: Safeway Fresh Foods BB #:280319 of Vineland, NJ, is recalling its...
FAT Brands acquires BBQ chain
LOS ANGELES, Sept. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. today announces it has acquired the...
Douglas Fruit, Goose Ridge partnership brings more apple volume to Stemilt
WENATCHEE, Wash. – Growing fruit for maximum quality and freshness takes a village, but for Douglas Fruit BB #:345922 and...
Produce procurement act: past and present
People in the industry may find something familiar in the Fresh Produce Procurement Act introduced in Congress last week. That’s...
‘Best’ is subjective when it comes to ranking grocers
My hackles raise every time a “best” grocer/retailer/store list comes up. This time, it is my long-time beef with USA...
Goldenberry Farms reports strong demand for fall-themed produce
Goldenberry Farms hits maximum production of Halloween-themed RAMBOOS packaging, announces new organic and value items Sep 21, 2023 – MIAMI,...
Fresh Thyme donates $400K to Feeding America, food banks
Fresh Thyme shoppers support Midwest food banks DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Sept. 21, 2023 – Fresh Thyme Market, BB #:290751 a grocer that has...
Crunch Pak named IFPA Advocate of the Year
September 24, 2023 Washington D.C. – International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) BB #:378962 announced the winner of the coveted Advocate...
Pete Pappas & Sons adds to sales leadership
Pete Pappas & Sons BB #:100956 welcomes Terry Thornsberry as Director of Fresh Perishables to their tenacious sales team. Terry...
Stemilt brings more Kissabel pink- and red-flesh apples
The new crop will be harvested in the Northern Hemisphere from mid September.USA partner Stemilt Growers is ready for the...
ProduceIQ: Markets stall as rain threaten supplies
An unfortunate coincidence. The Lumineers couldn’t have foreseen that the lyrics to their song, “Ophelia,” would become the theme song...
NC Sweetpotato Commission celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
“Sweet Celebrations” eCookbook and Influencer Campaign Launch Benson, N.C., September 22, 2023 – The North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission (NCSPC), made...
Krivanek Consulting offers new services for produce executives
DENVER, CO – September 25, 2023 – Julie Krivanek, President & CEO of Krivanek Consulting, the produce industry’s top executive...
Frank talk about the farm bill
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) BB #:378962 has issued a press release outlining some of the main points of...
Sunkist Growers revamps Cara program
September 25, 2023, Valencia, Calif. – Sunkist Growers BB #:102141 comprises over 1,000 multi-generational farmers, many of whom specialize in...
Eastern Propak celebrates grand re-opening of produce facility
GLASSBORO, NEW JERSEY (September 20, 2023) – On Wednesday, September 13th, 2023, Eastern Propak BB #:159451 unveiled its state-of-the-art Produce...