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Dana Dufresne brings two decades of experience in sales and leadership from the consumer packaged goods sector.
The campaign runs from Oct. 23 through Nov. 30 and raises funds for the company’s 48 Feeding America food bank partners.
The company said it is extending the expiration date from Oct. 22 to Oct. 28, 2024.
The AI-powered system is designed to optimize ordering and inventory management for deli and prepared foods departments.
The company has welcomed Angelika Torres as chief financial officer, Peter Allen as vice president of product strategy and management, and Sam Oliver as vice president of product supply.
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.
This course from Penn State Extension covers practices and procedures to ensure safe handling of the produce.
The Reagan-Udall Foundation also issued a report in September calling for staggered implementation of the traceability, starting with suppliers.
Jackie Carrillo, executive vice president of sales, and Dax Cooke, head of sales, both for fresh produce grower-packer-importer Farm Direct Partners, share how West Coast imports are changing and more.
The Oviedo, Fla.-based grower promoted a senior vice president for strategy and business development, as well as hired a vice president of sales.
The new facility will help accelerate new crop deployment and continue to innovate, the company says.
The “State of WIC” report shows the benefit of nutritional education as the nation’s first food-as-medicine program.
Experts share trends and offer suggestions for retailers to effectively promote nuts, dates and dried fruits.
The company said its South American imports will begin for East Coast customers.
The USDA says it has imposed sanctions on produce businesses for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce they purchased and failing to pay reparation awards issued under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act.
The sanctions include suspending the businesses’ Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act licenses and barring the principal operators of the businesses from engaging in PACA-licensed business or other activities without approval from USDA.