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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.
EFI and The Packer will present the award, recognizing and amplifying the contributions of farmworkers. Deadline for nominations is Feb 28.
The tropical produce importer and distributor says it has made a commitment to helping build a world that is food secure, free of hunger and avoids food loss.
The additions to the Hot N’ Spicy line offer convenience with bold flavors for Big Game celebrations or everyday meals, the company says.
The Conservation Connector directory allows users to search programs by crop, conservation practice, and geography to help producers and their advisers find relevant local programs.
The organization said it has prepared its marketing campaigns and promotional materials for retailers for the upcoming season.
The brand is partnering with artist Sebastian Curi for “Pop by Nature 2.0,” featuring interactive installations and an AI-powered, limited-edition sticker collection.
With the year starting with slower sales, suppliers on the Ontario Food Terminal are ready for business to pick up.
The specialty retailer plans to open more than seven stores and hire over 650 team members throughout the state.
With plenty of fruits and vegetables heading to the U.S., companies spoke with The Packer about crop quality and program outlooks.
The funding will be used to enhance vision-based autonomous technology and to drive commercialization efforts.
Overall volume sales for fresh potatoes increased, while dollar sales declined, according to a report from Potatoes USA.
The collaboration between the food safety solutions company and SPS Commerce aims to help trading partners share key data elements required in FSMA 204.
The Guelph, Ontario-based indoor vertical grower says the funding will help it expand its reach in Canada.
Director of Produce and Floral Merchandising Dennis Payne takes The Packer on a tour of a new concept store in South Florida.