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USDA cites Puerto Rico firm for PACA violations

WASHINGTON, April 18, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on Island Fresh De Puerto Rico...

2 years ago 2 minute read

Dole introduces new salad kit package design with 5 varieties

Healthy ingredients and inspiring flavors deliver Dole’s craveable, cultural, and familiar-with-a-twist experience in every bite MONTEREY, Calif. â€“ Dole Fresh Vegetables...

2 years ago 4 minute read

Edible Garden opens Grand Rapids, MI, facility

BELVIDERE, NJ, April 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Edible Garden AG Incorporated BB #:336701, a leader in controlled environment agriculture...

2 years ago 5 minute read

Subway accelerates growth with five new multi-unit owner agreements

MIAMI, April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Subway, one of the world’s largest restaurant brands, is accelerating its smart growth development...

2 years ago 4 minute read

UNFI aids emerging brands in business growth and scaling

Access to UNFI’s diverse network of independent retailers, national distribution capabilities with unique selling opportunities, and tailored programs help position...

2 years ago 7 minute read

Divine Flavor and Sun World expand partnership for premium table grapes

NOGALES, AZ – Grupo Alta announced today that Divine Flavor BB #:204689 and Sun World International BB #:172413 executed an...

2 years ago 6 minute read

IFPA offers programming beyond Women’s Fresh Perspectives Conference

Washington D.C. and Newark, De. – International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) BB #:378962 is hosting its annual Women’s Fresh Perspectives...

2 years ago 4 minute read

Natural Delights expanding presence in Canada

YUMA, Ariz. – North America’s favorite Medjool date brand, Natural Delights, BB #:163391 is returning to CPMA this year with...

2 years ago 3 minute read

Checkers & Rally’s expand mushrooms on menus

The Mushroom Council BB #:161860 is excited to drive up to an array of all-new mushroom-centric dishes this spring at...

2 years ago 4 minute read

The Produce Reporter Week in Review – April 14, 2023

Greg calls in from the Produce For Better Health Foundation Consumer Connection Conference in Scottsdale where retailers shared experiences with...

2 years ago 1 minute read

Local groups address flooding impacts in Monterey County, CA

Spring marks the return of fruit and vegetable harvest in the Salinas Valley region. With heavy rains, cold winter weather...

2 years ago 3 minute read

GrubMarket appoints independent board member

SAN FRANCISCO, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — GrubMarket BB #:301166 today announced that it has appointed Mark Tisdel to its Board of Directors as...

2 years ago 3 minute read

Food at home inflation drops in March

The Bureau of Labor Statistics released this report April 12, 2023: CONSUMER PRICE INDEX – MARCH 2023 The Consumer Price...

2 years ago 3 minute read

SpartanNash promotes executive

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich – Food solutions company SpartanNash BB #:104892 today announced the promotion of David Sisk from Senior Vice President to Executive Vice...

2 years ago 3 minute read

OPS 2023 announces ed session on sustainability compliance

Monterey, CA — As more retail organizations request sustainability information from their suppliers, opportunities exist to bring buyers and producers...

2 years ago 3 minute read

Orchard View projects large cherry crop for 100th year

THE DALLES, Ore. — Good things come with time, and this year’s Orchard View BB #:302562 cherry season is no...

2 years ago 4 minute read

Chipotle appoints former FDA leader to food safety advisory council

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., April 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Chipotle Mexican Grill today announced the appointment of Frank Yiannas to the...

2 years ago 3 minute read

2023 California avocado season officially begins

April 12, 2023 IRVINE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The California Avocado Commission BB #:145028 announces the kickoff to the 2023 season with fresh,...

2 years ago 4 minute read

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