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The report highlights many of the company’s sustainability and social responsibility initiatives, including education and empowerment of its workforce.
Associated Wholesale Grocers says this strategic move will position the company for future growth and success and fulfill AWG’s mission of providing member retailers with all the tools, products and services they need to compete favorably in all markets served.
Display bins and point-of-sale materials feature the stories of multigenerational family growers to connect shoppers to the people behind the citrus.
The 2026 board will be chaired by Jin Ju Wilder, and Laura Himes will serve as chair-elect.
In his new role as director of business development, Navas will help strengthen communication between farms and customers, identify opportunities and build lasting relationships.
A former U.S. agriculture secretary, a pork industry innovator and an antique tractor preservationist are set to be inducted Oct. 23.
The carrot processing company expects the first harvest in January, part of its ongoing growth in the southeastern U.S.
In partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina, families from a local school will receive fresh produce and essential pantry items during a mobile food distribution.
The partnership was made possible by a grant from the International Fresh Produce Association, USDA and the Foundation for Food and Agricultural Research.
The colorful snacking tomatoes commemorate a colorful holiday for families to gather, share memories of loved ones, and enjoy delicious food together.