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The second solar project for the company, Stemilt said the 3,000 solar panels on 4 acres will help fulfill sustainability initiatives.
The retailer has reached a $100 million milestone in its Simply Give hunger relief program and is marking the occasion by making a special $1.5 million contribution to hundreds of Simply Give pantries.
Set to open May 14, the global agtech company’s new innovation hub will provide access to exclusive vegetable varieties in North America and serve additional roles in operations.
The full-day event brought together growers, educators, industry leaders and those in the tech industry to showcase innovations impacting the ag industry.
With the support of its retail collaborators, the 2025 Take a Bite Out of Hunger program provided 126,922 pounds of apples.
BrightFarms Chief Financial Officer Steve Campione will serve as chair, joined by five board newcomers and five returning members.
Employee contributions set a new benchmark for the company, with funds helping to grant wishes for children facing critical illnesses.
The greenhouse grower will offer fresh produce to athletes in all divisions at USA Flag Football events while serving as the official produce sponsor.
As co-founders shift to advisory roles, the previous COO and the company’s next generation have stepped into leading positions.
Sims brings more than four decades of financial experience in the food, agriculture and consumer industries.