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...

2 years ago 10 minute read

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...

2 years ago 5 minute read

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...

2 years ago 1 minute read

FAT Brands acquires BBQ chain

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. today announces it has acquired the...

2 years ago 4 minute read

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...

2 years ago 3 minute read

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...

2 years ago 3 minute read

‘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...

2 years ago 3 minute read

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,...

2 years ago 2 minute read

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...

2 years ago 5 minute read

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...

2 years ago 5 minute read

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...

2 years ago 1 minute read

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...

2 years ago 4 minute read

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...

2 years ago 5 minute read

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...

2 years ago 4 minute read

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...

2 years ago 3 minute read

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...

2 years ago 4 minute read

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...

2 years ago 3 minute read

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...

2 years ago 4 minute read

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