The Viva Fresh Innovation Showcase finalists feature products across the spectrum of the fresh produce industry.

Taylor Farms, Salinas, Calif., has purchased Earthbound Farm from France-based Danone SA.

I was doing some spring cleaning when Russ T. Blade emerged from behind some folders. “Rusty,” as readers know is the miniature imaginary produce manager who occasionally drops in to talk shop.

I hear the most interesting things while shopping.

Terra Exports, Las Vegas, has hired Manuel Escandon, who is based in Chile, as part of its South American expansion.

The California Avocado Commission, Irvine, has kicked off its 2019 advertising campaign, targeting “super avocado users” and “premium Californians.”