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Applicants sought for Southeast U.S. trade advisory committee
Applicants sought for Southeast U.S. trade advisory committee

The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative is accepting applications for a new trade advisory committee called the Seasonal and Perishable Agricultural Products Advisory Committee.

Sollum Technologies enhances grower platform
Sollum Technologies enhances grower platform

Montreal-based Sollum Technologies has unveiled new enhancements to its SUN as a Service, or SUNaaS, cloud platform.

Seen and heard at Viva Fresh 2024 — Part 2
Seen and heard at Viva Fresh 2024 — Part 2

From a space-themed networking event to Texas citrus royalty, Viva Fresh 2024 was an action-packed event.

Superfresh Growers anticipates longest cherry season in Pacific Northwest
Superfresh Growers anticipates longest cherry season in Pacific Northwest

Yakima, Wash.-based Superfresh Growers expects its Northwest cherry crop to be available in late May and extend into August.

The Fresh Market curates meals, flowers and gifts for Mom's special day
The Fresh Market curates meals, flowers and gifts for Mom's special day

The Fresh Market's Mother's Day offerings include pre-ordered meals online, featuring gourmet spreads, prime rib, brunch, roses, curated gifts and more.

The Giant Co. releases third annual impact report
The Giant Co. releases third annual impact report

The Carlisle, Pa.-based grocer has released its third annual impact report, highlighting its 2023 corporate social responsibility initiatives centered around its purpose of connecting families for a better future.

Opinions

Armand Lobato
Now is the time to address summer staffing needs

Most produce departments’ busiest period will begin around Memorial Day, and every business is looking for help amid a labor shortage. And if you have the people, there's more still to do, says columnist Armand Lobato.

Armand Lobato
There’s always a place for temporary project-fixers

When a store's produce operations turn into disaster, "savior" managers are needed to right the ship — but their methods and personalities aren't what some expect from a department leader, says columnist Armand Lobato.

Armand Lobato
Take five: Don’t miss the benefits of routine breaks

With all the work to do in a produce department, it can be tempting to skip breaks — but ensuring workers and managers keep to their scheduled stoppages is vital to any operation, says columnist Armand Lobato.

Aaron Fox
Navigating the complexities of sustainable packaging

Not only are product requirements and sustainability factoring into flexible packaging decisions, but potential regulations could play a significant role in the future, says guest columnist Aaron Fox of Fox Packaging.