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The company says the strategic redesign focuses on flavor, emotion and experience to drive brand momentum.
T.J. Leonard, son of founder Tom Leonard and grandson of retailer Stew Leonard, takes over day-to-day operations of the farm-fresh food store.
The National Potato Council has responded to what it called unscientific recommendations by the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, which encourages Americans to eat fewer starchy vegetables.
Cosentino is an owner and the vice president of Cosentino Group Inc.
Italian growers sought the right to market Autumncrisp grapes outside of Sun World’s licensed distributor network.
Co-founder and Chief Growth Officer Itai Kanot spoke with The Packer about the background and vision of the precision pollination firm.
The national nonprofit has received a $25,000 donation from the developer and manufacturer of all-natural citrus-based ingredient and beverage products.
“Attendees at this year’s labor forum will have the opportunity to learn from industry experts and help shape the future of ag labor in the United States,” said Michael Marsh, president and CEO of the organization.
Residents and schools can nominate a favorite elementary school in Northern California or Nevada to win a learning garden, courtesy of Raley’s.
Zespri said it has used 62 charter vessels — up from 51 last season — to ship this season’s kiwifruit from New Zealand.
Avocados From Mexico and the legendary tight end and four-time NFL champion want to help shoppers throw the ultimate Big Game watch party with the “Always a Good Bowl” campaign.
The Cranberry Institute has released a 20-page online document that looks at new research and potential health benefits.
From spooky desserts and satisfying sides to two fall-themed Dole Whips, Dole Food Co. says it is offering consumers new and returning recipes rich in fresh fruits, vegetables and family fun.
Researchers at the university are working with growers to understand how environmental conditions impact the spread of pathogens.
The Lakeland, Fla.-based grocer takes the No. 47 spot among the 100 businesses recognized.
Weather conditions and expanded acreage for the Texas onion crop are setting up for promotable volumes starting in late March, industry leaders say.
Bananas have maintained consumer appeal despite rising inflation and food costs, and Bobby Banana will be the face of Dole bananas in special events and web, social media, marketing and retail programs.
“Everyone is time-starved; so to have something that’s washed, prepped and ready to cook is the key driver,” Mark Munger, Ocean Mist senior director of marketing, says of value-added produce’s significant growth.
Proprietary Variety Management, Yakima, Wash., has reached an agreement with Fresh Forward to become the exclusive U.S. propagation and commercialization manager for the apple branded as Magic Star.
The brand is on the scene at SXSW, where it’s bringing its digital House of Goodness to life with a pop-up, where consumers can enjoy Avocados From Mexico through multisensory, interactive experiences.
Eagle River Seed Farm and Potatoes USA have donated more than 600 pounds of potatoes to the Vilas Food Pantry in Eagle River, Wis.
Snacking, seasonality and new varieties were among the top trends at the recent 2023 Canadian Produce Marketing Association Convention and Trade Show in Toronto.
Naturipe will have very strong supplies of berries throughout the spring and summer of 2023, says Jerry Moran, vice president of sales for the Watsonville, Calif.-based marketer.
D’Arrigo is vice president of communications and marketing at D’Arrigo New York, which has been a partner to the nonprofit organization that distributes produce as a way to introduce healthy lifestyles to families.
The Netherlands-based Enza Zaden says its new tomato varieties provide growers another tool to combat Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV).
Rio Rico, Ariz.-based Ciruli Bros. has released a new website to better communicate the company’s offerings, availability, and core values to its trading partners.
World avocado output has boomed in the last decade, and global expansion in production is far from over, Rabobank says in a new report.
Watsonville, Calif.-based Well-Pict is taking its trade show team to the West Coast Produce Expo, company officials say.
New Zealand kiwifruit marketer Zespri has reported that challenging weather events throughout the 2023 growing season have contributed to a lower-than-expected New Zealand kiwifruit crop this season.
The International Fresh Produce Association coordinated a School Foodservice Partner X-Change to connect produce companies with leading school menu planners.