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Jim Pazzanese, who has over 30 years of experience in foodservice operations and procurement, joins as its new executive vice president of global strategic procurement.
The avocado brand invites fans to call the first-ever digital celebrity avatar in the produce world, Gronk AI, on the Guacline for Big Game tips and recipes.
Three winners will receive full-size Victrola jukeboxes, with limited-edition sock sets awarded to all entrants.
The company has donated $1 million to the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation and $500,000 to the Los Angeles Police Foundation with an employee match and other donations planned.
Treasury Secretary nominee Scott Bessent outlined a three-pronged approach to tariffs during his Senate testimony this week, including targeted tariffs, general tariffs as revenue generators and tariffs as a negotiation tool.
The organization representing tart cherry growers said a new FDA report underscores the role of tart cherry and cranberry products in fostering a healthy diet.
Throughout the hearing, Lee Zeldin underscored the importance of protecting the environment without hindering economic development. He stated, “We can, and we must, protect our precious environment without suffocating the economy.”
The leadership development program focuses on hands-on experience with legislative and regulatory issues, a mentorship program, networking and more.
Lisa Massie will serve as director of international marketing for Asia, with Alexandra Merritt joining as director of global marketing.
Sun World International says it will highlight the grapes at the Winter Fancy Food Show in Las Vegas, Jan. 19-21.
The grocery retailers have been recognized by the Top Employers Institute, which certifies organizations based on results of its HR Best Practices Survey.
Data experts forecast key trends, including bold flavors, functional health benefits, convenient packaging and a shift from ultra-processed foods.
The cooperative’s advertising campaign emphasizes the efforts of its family of farms to make Sunkist a household name.
The organizations say this effort will continue expanding access to nutritious foods to improve health outcomes.
The most recent LEAF Marque certifications are in addition to ones already obtained in Spain and Portugal, as well as in the Americas, the company says.
The grower collective is offering $5,000 in prizes for its Comin’ In Hot merchandising display contest, as well as a free kit to help retailers.
Panelists discuss how domestic and global regulations, innovation and more will play key roles in the evolution of sustainable packaging.
Since being confirmed on Feb. 13, Secretary Rollins has been in the Washington D.C., USDA office for a few hours. Most of her time has been spent visiting farmers, ranchers and ag businesses in Kentucky, Kansas and at Top Producer Summit.
The movement to empower growers is gaining momentum and connecting with consumers, advocates say.
Following White House directives, USDA is honoring existing contracts with farmers, releasing approximately $20 million for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP), the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), and the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP).
The donation was made in honor of 82,000 associates, continuing commitment to address food insecurity, the company says.
The USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service says the move seeks to prevent the spread of the bacterial infection to non-infested areas in the U.S.
Retailers can use the early-season momentum of Cosmic Crisp and Pink Lady to continue boosting apple category volume and sales, the company says.
The AeroFarms co-founder will be the new CEO of Richmond, Va.-based Babylon Micro-Farms.
The former NASA mission specialist and engineer and current CEO of Tierra Luna Engineering will share his inspiring story at the produce expo.
Classroom Carts allows anyone in the U.S. to donate essentials directly to impacted schools, students and teachers.
A portion of the proceeds from Water For All-branded boxes of mangoes goes to a nonprofit dedicated to providing clean water and sanitation solutions to families in Latin America, the company says.
Smileys, a naturally tearless and sweet onion, will be featured at the Onions 52 booth at the Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Exposure.
The company’s partnership with Watsonia Farms adds certified organic peaches to its portfolio.
With more than 4,000 hectares of avocados and mangoes combined in Peru, the company says it is leveraging its owned supply to meet spring demand and support customers’ category growth.