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Industry
C&S Wholesale Grocers Set to Acquire SpartanNash
The proposed merger will enable the combined company to serve customers and communities across the U.S. more efficiently, according to the company.
June 23, 2025 10:12 AM
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Sustainability
Fresh Opportunity: SanLucar, Sun World Reach Deal for Table Grapes in Ecuador
The two companies have signed an exclusive agreement aiding in SanLucar’s sustainability efforts, the company says.
June 20, 2025 09:54 AM
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Industry
CA Grown’s New Website Connects Visitors with Agritourism Experiences
The launch of Experience California Agriculture comes at a time when interest in local food, outdoor travel and hands-on learning continues to grow.
June 19, 2025 12:51 PM
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A graphic with photos and text. The photos include a butterfly sitting on a pink flower and a bat drinking from a cactus flower. The text reads “Pollinator week, June 16-22. Celebrate the vital role of pollinators in our ecosystems and in agriculture. Protecting pollinators means protecting biodiversity, food security, and farmworker livelihoods.”
Social Responsibility
Toolkit Available for Pollinator Week
Equitable Food Initiative has launched a toolkit full of ready-to-use materials for Pollinator Week, June 16-22.
June 19, 2025 11:46 AM
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Retail
Newsweek Names Kroger One of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies
The retailer was recognized for outstanding associate, customer and investor trust scores.
June 19, 2025 10:26 AM
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Produce Crops
European Cherry Fruit Fly Quarantine Expands in New York
The new quarantine includes 23 areas of commercial cherry production in Onondaga, Oswego and Seneca Counties in New York.
June 18, 2025 01:03 PM
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Industry
Peruvian Asparagus Importers Release Category Insights in New Trends Report
The Peruvian Asparagus Importers Association has published its 2025-26 Fresh Asparagus Category Management Stats and Key Purchasing Trends Report, offering retailers and industry stakeholders data-driven insights to boost sales and meet consumer demand.
June 18, 2025 10:04 AM
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Industry
NABC Statement on Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Budget Reconciliation Text
Kasey Cronquist, president of the North American Blueberry Council praised the committee’s efforts to address the needs of specialty crop growers.
June 18, 2025 09:45 AM
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People
Progressive Produce Names VP of Business Development
The Los Angeles-based company has appointed Andy Webb, a 15-year produce veteran, to the role.
June 18, 2025 07:33 AM
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Industry
California Expands Huanglongbing Quarantine Boundary
The California Department of Food and Agriculture has expanded the Huanglongbing (HLB) quarantine boundary in the Coto de Caza area of Orange County, Calif.
June 18, 2025 06:46 AM
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