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The largest apple producer on the East Coast, New York had a Hot Growing Summer. With the help of irrigation systems, the growing season did well for a fall harvest of apples sizing well in many varieties.

Despite the challenges of inflation and the residual effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, business overall seems to be strong for produce suppliers in the Boston area market.

BelleHarvest Sales Inc., Belding, Mich., plans to grow its partnership with the PAW Patrol animated kids TV series, said president Nick Mascari.

A produce assistant must take charge and be proactive so they can be ready when a management spot opens.

Upon Bertram’s transition, Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer John Ruane has been appointed interim president.

As part of its ongoing efforts to expand the local, fresh offerings in its stores, the Cincinnati-based company has named the winners of its second annual Go Fresh & Local Supplier Accelerator program.

Where have all the produce boxes gone?

It’s all hands on deck for produce crews to stock and keep up with demand. That is, again, if you’re willing to give the extra effort.

The Orlando, Fla.-based company takes the fresh produce industry and consumers inside its food safety innovations and protocols.

The Matthews, N.C.-based grocer partnered with Virginia Produce to support students pursuing careers in production agriculture.