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Technomic releases 2021 foodservice industry predictions
PRESS RELEASE: CHICAGO —Technomic has released three different whitepapers for the U.S., Canada and global markets, sharing foodservice industry predictions for...
Chilean cherries projected for record season
It’s summer in Chile, and that means it’s time for Chilean Cherries. The Chilean cherry season is in full swing,...
American Peanut Council names PMA veteran as CEO
The American Peanut Council BB #:162575 is pleased to announce the selection of Richard Owen as its new President &...
FDA’s Frank Yiannas reflects on 10 years of FSMA
Ten years ago today, on Jan. 4, 2011, the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) was signed into law and Congress’ mandate...
Credit Risks: Determine a customer’s worth
While dealing with troubled or nonpaying customer can be difficult and costly, it should be remembered that no relationship is...
EFI certification highlights Rainier Fruit’s 2020
PRESS RELEASE: SELAH, Wash., December 29, 2020 – An unprecedented year highlighted innovation and integrity at Rainier Fruit Company BB #:113453...
Nuro acquires autonomous trucking firm Ike
Nuro, the autonomous vehicle company piloting grocery delivery services with retailers like Kroger and Walmart, has acquired self-driving truck firm...
United Fresh kick starts 2021 with new programming
PRESS RELEASE: WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 30, 2020) – United Fresh Produce Association BB #:145458 will kick start the new year...
Credit Risks: Cutting the cord
It can be enormously difficult, especially for smaller businesses in industries based on relationships and trust, to make the decision...
Sumo Citrus readies for January shipping
PRESS RELEASE: DINUBA, CA, /PRNewswire/ — Sumo Citrus BB #:155910 is bound to be the most snackable fruit of 2021!...
Deadline for SEPC scholarship approaches
The Vorhees Vision Scholarship was created to reward the achievements of young individuals who demonstrate a true entrepreneurial spirit in...
New Dietary Guidelines earn kudos from PBH
PRESS RELEASE: December 29, 2020 – The Produce for Better Health Foundation BB #:157162 commends the U.S. Departments of Agriculture...
Credit Risks: Seeing the warning signs
Aside from the obvious signs of a bill coming due and no payment being made, there are many ways to...
Saladworks parent acquires fast-casual competitors, forms WOWorks
PRESS RELEASE: WEST CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Dec. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The parent company of Saladworks, the nation’s leading fast-casual salad...
FiveStar Gourmet Foods debuts new salad featuring Beyond Meat
PRESS RELEASE: ONTARIO, Calif., Dec. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — FiveStar Gourmet Foods BB #:287188 is setting the trend by partnering...
Credit Risks: Identifying bad risks
Poor-performing customers can be as much of a hindrance to business as well-performing ones are a benefit. Credit risk can...
FDA links fall E. coli outbreak to leafy greens
Dec. 12, 2020 — The FDA, along with CDC and state and local partners, investigated a multistate outbreak of E. coli...
The two-month Super Bowl season approaches for Avocados from Mexico
Avocados from Mexico has found success with a Super Bowl commercial as part of its campaign around the huge sporting...
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