Brighter Bites, with DoorDash support, says it is expanding a Produce Rx program, delivering fresh produce to families for better health outcomes and tackling food insecurity.
Celebrations and creative arts will highlight the human rights progress achieved through the Fair Food Program, while emphasizing efforts to expand those gains to U.S. farmworkers beyond the program’s protections.
For every pound of Little Smoochies mandarins purchased at North Carolina Harris Teeter locations from March 6-12, Consalo Family Farms will donate a pound of mandarin oranges to a food bank.
Dole Organic Fair Trade Certified Pineapples are grown year-round in Costa Rica according to strict social, environmental and economic standards, says Dole Food Co.
La Escuela de Asociados, which is Spanish for the School of Associates, is a key component of Grupo Alta's recruitment process when new workers from the southern states of Mexico migrate north for employment.
A nonprofit in British Columbia has recognized Village Farms Fresh and its sister company, Pure Sunfarms, for efforts to promote diversity and strong company culture.
The Yakima, Wash.-based company says the initiative aims to empower young changemakers to transform their dreams into impactful projects that contribute to positive change in their communities.
The Arlington, Va.-based organization said the MyPlate National Strategic Partnership named it a champion, which is the partnership’s highest level of recognition.
Stop & Shop and Badger Technologies are partnering on a #MartyTheRobot special promotion at the National Retail Federation 2024 in support of the School Food Pantry Program at New York City-area schools.
The company is once again partnering with No Kid Hungry and will host its Share our Strength program to raise funds and awareness for children in need.
Customers are invited to round up their purchases to the nearest dollar, buy a reusable bag or convert their Choice shopper points into a donation for local public school districts’ food programs.
This is the 11th year employees of the grower, packer and shipper of tree fruit shopped, wrapped and donated gifts to children in the care of the Washington State Department of Children, Youth and Family Services.
The organization shares how newly launched programs help bring it closer to its mission and how connecting growers and suppliers helps move the industry forward.
This new resource from the International Fresh Produce Association offers guidance and certifications on how to develop and implement diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
The Socially Responsible Company Seal was awarded for the company’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and the well-being of its workers and their communities.
Bobalu took part in the annual Can-tree event where participants build holiday trees from canned food that is later used to provide meals for those in need within the community.
The American-Costa Rican Chamber of Commerce has awarded top honors to Dole's Financial Education Program for Farm Employees — a program that helps employees reduce indebtedness and alleviate economic hardships.
The Walnut Creek, Calif.-based company said it earned a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's assessment of LGBTQ+ workplace equality.
The Arlington, Va.-based company says its CSR strategy includes working to provide solutions to environmental and social issues that matter most to its team members, communities and other valued stakeholders.
Ridesharing-style technology is helping deliver surplus food from businesses to access points for food-insecure communities — and one program brings donations directly to the doors of those with barriers to food access.
Throughout December, the bulk and fresh-cut produce provider is turning donations to WCBE-FM into an opportunity to provide 3 pounds of fresh, nutritious fruits and vegetables to those in need.
Peter O’Driscoll, executive director of Equitable Food Initiative, and Kim Combs, supplier verification manager with The Kroger Co., explore the topic in this “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast.
The company says the commitment was made in support of its Growers of Good purpose to foster a healthier tomorrow by making nutritious foods more accessible to all.
The total donation more than tripled a 75,000-meal goal that was issued as a challenge to employees as part of Lipman Family Farms' 75th anniversary celebration, the company says.
Brighter Bites, a nonprofit that delivers fresh fruits and vegetables directly into families’ hands, is expanding its offerings to six Phoenix-area schools.
Five $5,000 grants will be given to schools that are bringing awareness to nutrition and exposing students to a wider variety of fresh fruits and vegetables.
The Houston-based national nonprofit that delivers fresh fruits and vegetables directly into families’ hands, has announced another year of partnership with Zespri Kiwifruit for the current 2023-24 school year.
The fair-trade certifier has increased its Fairtrade Minimum Price across 16 banana-growing countries. These price updates were informed by stakeholder consultation and a cost of production study.
NatureSweet says all its branded tomatoes — including Cherubs, Glorys, Constellation, Comets, Twilights and D’Vines — meet rigorous safety, environmental protection and sustainable livelihood standards.
Seald Sweet/Greenyard USA will present limited-edition packaging for lemons at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce & Floral Show.
The Guatemalan fresh produce supply chain is experiencing logistics delays due to protests and road closures, says the Guatemala Produce Trade Association.
“Each year, breast cancer affects women and their families across the globe, which is why Chiquita is proud to once again pledge our support and help raise awareness,” said Chiquita's Tina Varjabedian.
Coalition of Immokalee Workers co-founder Lucas Benitez has been selected to receive the Wallenberg Medal, joining past recipients who include the Dalai Lama, John Lewis, Elie Wiesel and Desmond Tutu.
The Equitable Food Initiative and Sustainability Consortium-led Ethical Charter Implementation Program seeks to strengthen and recognize engagement around labor practices in fresh produce.
Advocates are urging action to support workers outside who are harvesting, packing and transporting fresh produce through a summer of record-breaking temperatures.