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Transportation
National Retail Foundation praises port deal
The group’s VP of supply chain and customs policy stressed the critical role that the East and Gulf Coast ports play in the retail supply chain.
January 09, 2025 11:33 AM
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Cucumbers
Food Safety
FDA, CDC close American cucumber salmonella outbreak
The agency traced the outbreak to American/slicer cucumbers grown by Agrotato S.A. de C.V. in Sonora, Mexico.
January 09, 2025 11:18 AM
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Walnut Alliance of California logo
Industry
Walnut industry forms new organization
Organizers say the Walnut Alliance of California was created to promote a profitable marketing environment.
January 09, 2025 11:14 AM
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AeroFarms microgreens
Retail
AeroFarms celebrates first year of Costco partnership
The company also recently launched a seasonal Micro Broccoli product to be featured in select Costco locations during January’s Healthy Habits month.
January 09, 2025 10:49 AM
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Food bank loading
Social Responsibility
Raley’s grant program to promote enhanced food security for families in need
The retailer says Food for Families grants will help local food banks secure funding for food storage, transportation and more.
January 09, 2025 10:42 AM
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Glen Alameda, Ocean Mist Farms
People
Ocean Mist Farms names COO
Glen Alameda is the fourth generation to help lead the 100-year-old company.
January 09, 2025 07:34 AM
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Volunteers working in community food center
Social Responsibility
Weis Markets donates $773K as part of Fight Hunger program
Donations from the annual fundraiser were generated through combined customer and corporate contributions and went to regional food banks and pantries.
January 08, 2025 02:14 PM
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bulk apples
Industry
United Natural Foods realigns wholesale business
The company says it is restructuring its commercial wholesale organization into two product-centered divisions to enhance service to its customers and suppliers.
January 08, 2025 01:58 PM
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heirloom tomatoes
Industry
Collaboration aims to develop high-yielding heirloom tomatoes
Upstream Biotechnology will partner with Bene Seeds to create heirloom tomatoes with excellent shelf life and disease resistance.
January 08, 2025 01:08 PM
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watermelon
Industry
USDA seeks nominations for National Watermelon Promotion Board
Eight member seats are open for terms that will begin in 2026.
January 08, 2025 12:39 PM
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