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The Columbus, Ohio-based company’s president and COO, Alex DiNovo, will attend the March 24 White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities Kickoff event.

California-based seed breeder Tozer continues to improve arugula varieties, introducing mildew-resistant wild types such as Aphrodite and Eros this spring.

Despite a smaller than typical U.S. apple crop, there are still promotion opportunities for the rising star Cosmic Crisp apple, says Chuck Sinks, president of sales and marketing at Sage Fruit Co., Yakima, Wash.

International Fresh Produce Association’s June 7-8 Retail Conference will be in Oak Brook, Ill., in the Chicago area.

The March 20-22 Associated Wholesale Grocers Innovation Showcase in Overland Park, Kan., was the perfect place for The Little Potato Co. to show off its refreshed brand.

The second annual Stemilter’s Day had recognized the company's workers and celebrated its culture and stewardship efforts.

Pacific Trellis Fruit has become a full-year supplier of grapes, says Howard Nager, director of marketing and business development for Los Angeles-based Pacific Trellis Fruit and its Dulcinea brand.

Masser Family of Companies, Sacramento, Pa., has named industry veteran Robert “Bob” Meek executive vice president of sales, effective March 20.

Easter demand is expected to be strong for Grimmway Farms' Cal-Organic rainbow carrots, says Ally Nesci, East Coast regional sales manager.

Although the industry faces serious challenges such as drought conditions and water restrictions, the Golden State's avocado growers are reporting good quality, increased sizing and healthy yields for the 2022-23 season.

The Giumarra Cos. highlighted its proprietary Lemonade apple variety at the 2023 AWG Innovation Showcase in Overland Park, Kan.

USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service has announced that Christopher "Chris" Purdy has been selected as the new Deputy Administrator of the Specialty Crops Program (SCP). 

Beautiful, produce-filled dishes are inspiring to look at on TikTok, Instagram, magazines and cookbooks, but when it comes down to it, the reality is based on time, money and family.

On March 12, at the 2023 SXSW Conference in Austin, Texas, food and tech leaders discussed how they make good on their promises to customers and make headway on big plans.

Learn the major takeaways from several produce leaders in this final "Tip of the Iceberg" podcast episode of a 12-part series with Equitable Food Initiative.

Marketing Plus, a Fresno, Calif.-based marketing and advertising agency, has promoted Johnna Johnson to vice president of marketing and client services.

Heritage Grocers Group has promoted Eric Stover to division CEO of Cardenas Markets, based in Ontario, Calif. He was formerly the chief merchandising officer.

Robin Narron, marketing director and sales support for Nash Produce, says that sweet potato movement can increase up to 20% during the Easter sales period.

After dealing with weather-realted challenges, Glennville, Ga.-based Bland Farms is planning a big promotion for the upcoming season.

The app provides a free online marketplace for grocery stores, restaurants, caterers, food distributors and corporations to donate surplus food directly to local nonprofits.

What consumers don't know about the health benefits of avocados may be a lot. In honor of National Nutrition Month and Healthy Fats Day, Avocados From Mexico is sharing reasons to eat the super fruit.

A recently released economic impact report shows agriculture’s impact on the U.S. economy, with top gains in economic output seen in Hawaii, North Dakota and New York.

A state appeals court sided with the California State Water Resources Control Board, the California Farm Bureau and others related to the Central Valley’s Irrigated Lands Regulatory Program.

The proclamation highlights the spirit across U.S. ag communities and salutes the contributions of the country’s farmers, ranchers and agribusinesses.

The International Fresh Produce Association is set to kick off a women’s mentoring program at its Women’s Fresh Perspectives Conference, April 16-18, Orlando, Fla.

I have been writing about food for more than a dozen years and lived within a three-hour drive from the Florida Keys for more than 30 years. How could I have never done this?

The multiyear partnership will include a returning sponsorship of Old-Timers’ Day, collective community outreach and special FreshDirect promotions for Yankees fans across the tri-state area.

The threats to independent retailers and the produce industry are relentless. John Ross, CEO of the Independent Grocers Association, or IGA, tackled some of these issues.

Cool weather put the brakes on most of western Mexico’s spring crop, delaying the start a bit, but importers say that what the crop may lack in early volume and timeliness will be made up for in quality.

The Canadian Produce Marketing Association has named the 18 “rising stars” who will participate in the 2023 Passion for Produce program at its annual convention and trade show in Toronto, April 25-27.

After a weak 2022 season and recent severe weather challenges, New Zealand-based kiwi producer Zespri is focusing on fruit quality for the 2023 season ahead.

A warm growing season has spurred the progress of Texas onions, says Don Ed Holmes, president of The Onion House, Weslaco, Texas.

Atlanta-based Salix Fruits has opened a new office in Sadat City, Egypt. 

The strategic partnership with DreamWorks Animation to cross-promote the animated franchise will help encourage kids to eat more fruits and vegetables, says Fresh Del Monte.

California farmers are facing another round of flooding, with fields still bearing scars from January’s floods. An area known for production of fresh berries and lettuce is expected to now have a larger loss.

Applicants have until March 20, 2023, to submit climate-smart agriculture innovation technologies to the IFPA Fresh Field Catalyst program, a six-month tech accelerator focused on tackling produce industry challenges.

Can you do better than Brian's citrus display — or Kasalya's potato display? Take pics of your produce displays and enter the contest to inspire others, and for bragging rights, of course.

Industry veteran is bringing multiple decades of agribusiness and food experience to a new role at Naturipe as director of premium products.

The nonprofit provides farmers and agriculture customers with a universal certification through its unique Farmland Management Standard, which standardizes sustainability verification and reporting across the industry.

The agtech software-as-a-service (SaaS) company is developing tools to improve yields, quality and profitability for controlled environment agriculture operations with help from BASF Venture Capital's investment.

New Kensington, Pa.-based Yerecic Label's new label construction for PET packaging has been recognized by the APR's Meets Preferred Guidance program.

With food inflation woes weighing on the minds of many heading into spring, Walmart says it wants its customers to focus on celebrating rather than skimping this Easter.

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides the Fresh From Florida-branded bins to retail partners, and they can be used as endcaps or stand-alone floor displays.

Texas onion acreage for Little Bear Produce is similar to the past few years, but with larger onion size, yields could be up this year, says Jeff Brechler, sales representative with the company.

Fresh apple holdings on March 1 totaled 62 million bushel cartons, 7.3% less than the same time last year, according to a U.S. Apple Association survey.

The Grand Rapids, Mich.-based grocer has expanded its Flashfood program, making it the first retailer nationwide to accept Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits through the app.

The company says the produce supply chain experience of Ryan Fink and Marius du Plessis will help strengthen its core commercial business, improving supply network value and expanding market growth.

The U.S. Apple Association’s board of directors visited the White House on March 15 to meet with White House policy staff and discuss “critical issues impacting the apple industry.”

Through the partnership, Del Rey Avocado plans to expand the visibility of produce commodities in professional sports leagues, connecting with fans through marketing materials and sampling demonstrations.

KeHE, a natural and organic, specialty and fresh product distributor, has signed an exclusive partnership with Rodale Institute, a nonprofit dedicated to expanding the regenerative organic agriculture movement.