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Karly Shaubach will help boost the packer-marketer’s WildTwist apple promotion, the company says.
For every orange bag purchased by customers over the next three weeks, five meals will be donated to local food banks, the company says.
A nationwide survey of beekeepers has revealed catastrophic honeybee colony losses across the U.S., with commercial operations reporting an average loss of 62% between June 2024 and February 2025.
The agency says the new guidance helps identify preventative measures against enteric viruses and ensures consistent application.
The new campaign emphasizes fresh produce as the focus for creating simple yet healthy meal options.
The campaign began in March 2023 and raised meals to benefit 19 food banks across the Midwest.
The company, founded in 1979, said the updated logo references the tradition of its red potatoes and sustainability, as well as honors its location.
Jeremy Giovannetti has over 35 years of experience in the produce industry, specializing in melons.
Growers in the main U.S. winter citrus production areas share reports from the field.
The Watsonville, Calif.-based grower said retailers can expect an ample amount of organic and conventionally grown strawberries, including from its Fresh From Florida label.
Companies meeting the program standard diverted 1.2M tons of food waste in 2024, according to Where Food Comes From Inc.
By using the Flashfood app, Loblaw customers also have diverted nearly 86 million pounds of potential food waste from landfills since 2019.
Tech company executives share predictions for the trends to watch in the fresh produce industry this year.
Apple marketer Honeybear Brands has partnered with the American Institute for Cancer Research to promote healthy eating.
The retailer has appointed former Fresh Market CEO Jason Potter to the leadership role.
The retailer says its new look will embrace its legacy and its evolution as a company.
The appointees include representatives from Sunkist Growers, Florida Strawberry Growers Association, National Potato Council, Blue Diamond Growers and more.
With the promotion, Bob Gleeson will oversee key departments including merchandising, marketing, store operations, IT, pharmacy and supply chain.
Registration will open Feb. 3 for the event, which promotes Texas’ role in the fresh fruit and vegetable industry.
The trees only have been tested in greenhouses and in university labs so far, but plans call for expanding into field testing at the university within a year.
The fruit and vegetable company will present with its master growers in a double exhibition area with a main stand and showroom at the event in Berlin.
The former partner-owner of San Miguel Produce has retired from her role as chief operating officer after more than 20 years with the company.
Bernardo Calvo, who brings experience with agribusiness companies, will lead corporate functions for the Bakersfield, Calif., global fruit company.
Rick Feighery will succeed Michael Maxwell, who is set to retire Jan. 31 after 43 years with the company.
The brand says it is providing date boxes to meet demand and resources to help drive sales.
The company said Magatte Gueye, who brings experience in the fresh produce industry, will help drive its growth and profitability.
John McCaffrey succeeds Mike Patti, who is retiring after 52 years of service to the company.
Alexis Taylor, most recently the USDA’s undersecretary of trade and foreign agricultural affairs, will assume the role Feb. 18.
Company founder Chalmers Carr will transition to the role of CEO.
As consumer media specialist, Amy Davis will focus on generating strategic media opportunities, developing educational content and amplifying brand messaging for clients.