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Southeast Produce Council launches updated website

Millen, GA (February 25, 2020) — The Southeast Produce Council BB #:191194, a member-driven, non-profit organization that promotes the fresh...

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Q&A with TIPA’s CEO Dante Galeazzi Part 3

We talked to Dante Galeazzi, President and CEO of the Texas International Produce Association, BB #:162361 Mission, TX, at the...

5 years ago 3 minute read

Rio Grande Valley’s retail mix can be tough for suppliers

From fresh produce suppliers’ perspective, the Valley’s retail is certainly competitive. Michelle Cortez, sales manager for Empacadora GAB, Inc, BB...

5 years ago 3 minute read

Cindy Jewell to embark on a solo produce venture

After more than 30 years in the fresh produce industry, Cindy Jewell is ready for a new adventure. Jewell is...

5 years ago 3 minute read

Southeast Produce Council unveils new logo ahead of Southern Exposure

PRESS RELEASE: MILLEN, GEORGIA (Feb. 25, 2020) – Southeast Produce Council BB #:191194, the premier produce resource in the Southeast,...

5 years ago 2 minute read

Oceanside Pole ushers in Brussels Sprouts, tomatoes for 2020 season

PRESS RELEASE: Setting the stage for another outstanding vine-ripe tomato season, Oceanside Pole is currently offering high quality, and highly anticipated...

5 years ago 3 minute read

Rio Grande Valley’s unique retail scene

The Rio Grande Valley is home to a unique produce retail scene unlike any other in the Lone Star State....

5 years ago 2 minute read

Q&A with TIPA’s CEO Dante Galeazzi Part 2

We talked to Dante Galeazzi, President and CEO of the Texas International Produce Association, BB #:162361 Mission, TX, at the...

5 years ago 4 minute read

United Fresh schedules webinars to discuss retail, foodservice trends

Have you downloaded the latest copies of the United Fresh Produce Association’s FreshFacts on Retail and Fresh Insights for Foodservice?...

5 years ago 1 minute read

United Fresh Releases Winter 2020 Fresh Insights for Foodservice

PRESS RELEASE: WASHINGTON, D.C. (February 24, 2020) – The Winter 2020 issue of United Fresh’s Fresh Insights for Foodservice is...

5 years ago 4 minute read

FDA’s New Era of Smarter Food Safety

We should embrace the New Era of Smarter Food Safety, Frank Yiannas, deputy commissioner for food policy and response for...

5 years ago 4 minute read

USDA cites Write On Marketing Inc.

As a part of its efforts to enforce the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA) and ensure fair trading practices within...

5 years ago 3 minute read

Potato Growers, House Supporters of Ag Labor Reform to Call for Senate Action on Legislation

PRESS RELEASE: WASHINGTON, D.C. – Wed., Feb. 26 at 1:00 pm ET, potato growers from across the United States will...

5 years ago 2 minute read

Viva Fresh Open Golf Tournament Honors Ken Martin

PRESS RELEASE: Mission, Texas; February 24, 2020–This year’s charity golf tournament will be named in the posthumous honor of Ken...

5 years ago 3 minute read

Q&A with TIPA’s CEO Dante Galeazzi Part 1

We talked to Dante Galeazzi, President and CEO of the Texas International Produce Association, BB #:162361 Mission, TX, at the...

5 years ago 3 minute read

Florida firm posts $1 million surety bond to obtain PACA license

Winn Dixie Stores Inc. BB #:110823, with headquarters in Jacksonville, Fla., has posted a $1 million surety bond with the...

5 years ago 1 minute read

The Produce Reporter Week in Review – February 21, 2020

Pamela’s in McAllen, TX, for an In Bloom working night for the Texas International Produce Association, and happened to catch...

5 years ago 1 minute read

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