Hannaford Supermarkets’ latest annual impact data reveals a considerable scale-up in hunger relief and regional investment, totaling millions in direct funding for schools, health initiatives and local farms across five states.

Kaushal Khakhar, CEO of India’s Kay Bee Exports, says the skyrocketing demand for Indian varieties proves that emotional heritage and superior flavor profiles can bypass rational pricing logic.

Isaias Lepes Arredondo boasts an extraordinary 50-year career with Zirkle Fruit Co., where he currently serves as the indispensable equipment manager and has the respect and admiration of colleagues and leadership alike.

The company says the early-season melons offer exceptional flavor and a consistent eating experience.

Anuj Girdhar is a seasoned agriculture and consumer products finance executive who joins the Sunkist leadership team.

The Taylor Farms census reveals a highly regionalized retail landscape where search data for bold, functional and “swangy” flavor profiles provides a roadmap for grocery leaders to tailor their fresh assortments to the “30 plants per week” consumer movement.