Organizers say the Walnut Alliance of California was created to promote a profitable marketing environment.

The company also recently launched a seasonal Micro Broccoli product to be featured in select Costco locations during January’s Healthy Habits month.

The retailer says Food for Families grants will help local food banks secure funding for food storage, transportation and more.

Honeybear Brands says the sweet, yellow-skinned fruit offers retailers a great apple with a color break in produce displays.

Heart Health Month and National Sweet Potato Month present an opportunity to drive consumer engagement and sales with heart-smart choices like sweetpotatoes, the brand says.

Plans are good, but not everything goes according to plan. Columnist Armand Lobato recalls when a 10-minute commute became an 8-hour trek.