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We took our awards ceremony online, for now
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2021 Year in Review — Return of foodservice
The year 2021 brought no “back to normal” for the restaurant industry. Instead, at the end of the year, the foodservice sector seems in danger of repeating the darkest days during the pandemic.
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Truck rates soar and no immediate relief expected
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Florida citrus growers optimistic about quality, demand
Florida citrus production is projected to be slightly lower this season than last, but high demand is expected throughout the season.
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A one on one with Tom Stenzel
The Packer’s Tom Karst and Amy Sowder recently visited with Tom Stenzel to reflect on his long and storied career.
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