Rio Rico, Ariz.-based Ciruli Bros. LLC will bring back its honeydew program this spring and is increasing its volume of bell peppers, said partner Chris Ciruli.
Growers and distributors of Mexican tomatoes are not pleased with plans for the U.S. to withdraw from the 2013 Suspension Agreement on Fresh Tomatoes from Mexico.
Many of the produce items shipped from West Mexico during the spring are similar to those that arrive in winter. However, fruit items, like melons and mangoes, tend to have a greater presence as the weather warms up.
The 2019 Mexican mango deal got off to a slow start in January and February, and some importers say it likely will be mid-March until volume starts to pick up.
Proper training of the supermarket floral team is a must in order to keep customers satisfied and to ensure that floral is a well-run, profitable department.
