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Ruiter will take over from Hein Bemelmans, effective Oct. 6, and will join the board of directors.
The company’s team will speak with attendees at its booth during the Southeast Produce Council event, Sept. 10-13 in Charlotte, N.C.
Apples under the Morning Kiss brand and pears debuting under the Bright Bounty brand will be available in 2-lb. bags, as well as bulk cartons.
Whole foods like potatoes offer more of what intense athletes need for less, according to the Wisconsin Potato and Vegetable Growers Association.
Centrally located along major transportation corridors, the reusable packaging supplier says this new service center will service more than 40 million reusable crates a year.
The grocer mourns the loss of Tom Crall, category manager of produce for HyVee.
This first-ever product was developed under the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture Rapid Response to Weather Events Across Food and Agricultural Systems grant program.
Retailers can maximize the early-season opportunity with simple, impactful tactics, says Brianna Shales, marketing director for the company.
The mandarin brand plans to reward a “sweet teacher” with a $10,000 cash prize and encourage families to “Snack to School” with an East Coast road tour.
In recognition of Hunger Action Month, Albertsons Companies Foundation awards grants to five community organizations; customers are invited to join the fight against hunger.