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The state produces more than 70 varieties of potatoes, many of which undergo evaluation at the Colorado State University research farm prior to being released for public consumption.

Is your store skimping on its fresh produce program? Companies that commit to high-quality, prominent and well-executed produce departments are foremost in consumers’ perception, explains columnist Armand Lobato.

The maximum $955.5 million indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract is for five years.

The fast-casual chain says the initiative will promote the fruit’s rich nutritional profile that includes monounsaturated fats to support heart health, nearly 20 essential vitamins and minerals, ample dietary fiber and disease-fighting antioxidants.

The 107,000-square-foot storage facility is adjacent to the company’s packing plant, which it said will allow for operational efficiencies.

Ben Tinker had served as assistant general manager of the Madison, Wis., office for the past seven years.

Idaho potatoes and Shuman Farms sweet onions were featured during a “rooted rivalry” tailgate during a recent college football game.

The hiring initiative for store and warehouse associates comes as the discount grocer continues to open new stores throughout the U.S.

Following successful eradication measures, the California ag department said it eliminated five introduced species in the state, including the first finds in the Western Hemisphere for Tau and Queensland fruit flies.

Kwik Lok continues to invest in materials science to develop closure options that are reliable and better positioned for recyclability, said Karen Reed, global director of marketing and communications for the Yakima, Wash.-based company.