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The Packer’s 13th annual Women in Produce issue honors eight industry leaders, like LeAnne Rhodes Ruzzamenti, who play pivotal roles in the success of their own organizations, as well as the produce industry.

The creation of the International Fresh Produce Association from the merger of the United Fresh Produce Association and the Produce Marketing Association has allowed a reorganization of food safety priorities.

Helping growers implement food safety practices is one important goal of the New Jersey Department of Agriculture.

Southern Specialties Inc., Pompano Beach, Fla., has expanded its product line in response to customer demand, said Charlie Eagle, vice president, business development.

Growers say they didn’t undertake sustainability efforts for the money, and it’s a good thing.

When it is so hard to find workers, the quest to pack and process produce with less labor is perhaps the biggest incentive to invest in automation technology, industry leaders polled by The Packer agree.

Yakima, Wash.-based Kwik Lok is evolving to meet customer needs, says Karen Reed, global director of marketing and communications for the company.

Concern about climate change is real for consumers surveyed by The Packer. Close to 70% of consumers polled rated addressing climate change as very important to their overall sustainability priorities.

Consumers believe that either the government or consumers should lead and promote sustainability efforts.

Ariz.- based Duncan Family Farms LLC., focus on sustainability is deeply rooted in transparency and a drive to be better.