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As Cinco de Mayo approaches, produce companies and retailers are preparing promotions to boost sales of fresh fixings for guacamole, tacos, burritos and other Mexican food favorites.

Holding the No. 99 position, the full-line grocery store in Northern California’s latest recognition marked its 18th year on the list.

The story of Vidalia onions comes to national television in a two-part special airing April 12 and April 19.

The USDA is seeking nominees for 10 grower members and 10 alternate members for the Citrus Administrative Committee.

The USDA is seeking public input on modifying the membership structure of the South Texas Onion Committee.

With over 100 attendees focused on trade issues, the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas concluded its Spring Policy Summit in late March.

The Canadian greenhouse grower said promotional strategies around its new Sweet S’naps peppers include high-graphic displays, shipping cartons and packaging to reinforce snackability.

The program offers enhanced benefits, including double points earning, automatic cash off and personalized deals for Albertsons Cos.’ 38 million loyalty members across its stores.

This summer, Mission Produce says it will be sourcing avocados from California, Mexico and vertically integrated farms in Peru — and mangoes primarily from Mexico, with supplemental volume from Guatemala and Nicaragua.