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The historical Maryland’s Best Expo, now in its 18th year, will once again give buyers from supermarkets, schools, foodservice operations and food distributors a chance to mingle with farmers and other food producers.

Supply chain disruptions this year are bringing challenges never seen in at least a generation, said Larry Davidson, CEO of North American Produce Buyers Ltd., Toronto, Ontario.

Being a family-run business has helped keep Toronto-based J.E. Russell Produce Ltd. focused on service.

Toronto-based F.G. Lister & Co. brings a longstanding vendor and customer relationships to its formula for success, said Michael Fallico, vice president.

Wholesalers and distributors in Toronto continue to adjust to changing business realities, said Mike Mauti, managing partner for Execulytics Consulting, Milton, Ontario.

Being quick to adjust to new realities during the pandemic is key to the success of Fresh Taste Produce, said Julian Sarraino, chief operating officer for the Milton, Ontario-based company.

NEW YORK — Hunts Point Produce Market will get the funding long needed to update its aging infrastructure —$100 million for the market and $40 million for the surrounding south Bronx neighborhood.

The fields of this Midwestern state are a smorgasbord of more than 200 types of produce.

Things may have gotten off to a slow start in some areas, but it appears business will be booming during late summer and fall for Michigan produce suppliers.

Produce suppliers in Michigan and throughout the industry are struggling to cope with ever-increasing freight costs.