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The sweeping legislative package targets rapid corporate consolidation in the agriculture sector while forcing major food companies to provide fair wages and safer working conditions.
D’Arrigo became the face of the brand at age 3 and served as a strong advocate for the fresh produce industry.
The grocery chain says it has promoted Carol Barsotti, Natalie Slater and Levi Wingo to drive operational excellence, unify marketing efforts and accelerate growth across its grocery brands.
Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. has appointed industry veteran, who will succeed the retiring Gary Koch.
Customers raised $769,300 for local food banks during the company’s annual Fill the Bus/Fill the Backpack scanning campaign.
Gibbons, who first joined the U.S. Apple Association in May 2023, has been named vice president of communications.
Driven by targeted influencer partnerships, recipe showcases and multichannel advertising, the Michigan Asparagus Advisory Board’s marketing efforts generated millions of impressions to connect modern shoppers with local growers and boost retail engagement.
Available nationwide for a limited time, the mix includes a blend of red and green oak, red and green chard, lolla rossa, and red and green leaf lettuces.
De Martino, formerly a senior vice president and chief people officer for McDonald’s Corp., is set to succeed the retiring Tim Massa in September.
The campaign debuts a first-of-its-kind four-day national livestream marathon featuring independent operators to raise awareness and drive donations for communities facing food insecurity.