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Vanguard International Group CEO to retire, successor named

ISSAQUAH, WA – August 1, 2023 – A leader in the global fresh fruit produce industry, Craig Stauffer announced today...

2 years ago 6 minute read

Fresh Del Monte Produce reports higher income, profit in Q2

CORAL GABLES, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. BB #:111187 today reported financial results for the second quarter ended...

2 years ago 7 minute read

AeroFarms expands at retail through Katzman Produce, H Mart

Newark, NJ, Aug. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AeroFarms, a Certified B Corporation and leader for indoor vertical farming, announces...

2 years ago 5 minute read

Dunnhumby study finds 36% of U.S. families skipped meals due to finances

CHICAGO – Thirty-six percent of U.S. families have skipped meals due to financial reasons in the last year according to...

2 years ago 7 minute read

Industry mourns Jerome Vick, founder of Vick Family Farms

Edwin Jerome Vick, 73, of Wilson, (Nash County) NC, died Wednesday, July 26, 2023. He was born September 13, 1949...

2 years ago 5 minute read

Size, taste, and firmness: Stemilt’s Moon Cherries ready for liftoff

WENATCHEE, Wash. – Like the moon, the size, flavor, and firmness of A Half Mile Closer to the Moon cherries...

2 years ago 4 minute read

Bonduelle hires vice president of agriculture operations

Supply chain veteran brings Ag industry sourcing expertise and deep understanding of operational needs in the fresh produce sector Irwindale,...

2 years ago 5 minute read

Lunchables enters the produce aisle with Del Monte

PITTSBURGH & CHICAGO & MIAMI–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Today, Lunchables, in partnership with Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. BB #:111187, enters the produce...

2 years ago 5 minute read

FPAA expands reach, plans Southwest International Produce Expo

Tucson, AZ (July 12, 2023) – The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA), BB #:144354 renowned for its national...

2 years ago 5 minute read

WOWorks launches ghost kitchen concept

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — WOWorks, the visionary parent company behind better-for-you restaurant brands Saladworks, Frutta Bowls, Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh,...

2 years ago 5 minute read

Canadian government releases license conditions for importing romaine lettuce this fall

The Canadian government’s notice to industry: Temporary Safe Food for Canadians licence conditions for importing romaine lettuce and salad mixes...

2 years ago 5 minute read

Colorado farm files for Chapter 12 bankruptcy protection

On July 26, 2023, Star Farms, Inc. BB #:172064 located in Brighton, CO., filed a petition for bankruptcy under Chapter...

2 years ago 1 minute read

Ark Foods launches Korean BBQ stir fry kit

Innovative New Kits Created By Leading Veggie Enthusiasts IMMOKALEE, FL JULY 31, 2023 – Ark Foods BB #:290462, the modern-day...

2 years ago 3 minute read

AFM launches limited-edition cupcake for National Avocado Day

The Avocados From Mexico Chocolate Dulce De Leche Cupcake will be available at Sprinkles bakeries nationwide for one week beginning...

2 years ago 4 minute read

IFPA Foodservice Conference 2023 sets new records

Monterey Ca. – International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) BB #:378962 welcomed produce suppliers, foodservice innovators, award winning chefs, K-12 professionals,...

2 years ago 5 minute read

Logistics firm gets boost from sponsoring Open Champion golfer

While golfer Brian Harman claimed his biggest professional win at the Open Championship at Royal Liverpool, July 23, one of...

2 years ago 3 minute read

Alsum Farms begins Wisconsin yellow potato harvest

Friesland, Wisconsin — Wisconsin yellow potato harvest is underway at Alsum Farms BB #:105137 in Arena, WI, with the first...

2 years ago 4 minute read

USDA updates Market News mobile app; offers easier access to Organic, Retail, and International reports

WASHINGTON, July 27, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today released Version 3.0 of its free USDA Market News...

2 years ago 2 minute read

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