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In the role of vice president of public affairs, Vetter will support alignment on governmental affairs across the company’s global regions.

The 2026 grape season is defined by a shift toward high-flavor and organic heirloom varieties, supported by significant national research into vineyard resilience and a growing consumer demand for premium, “flavor-first” fruit.

As the indoor farming leader hits a decade and a half of operations, co-founder Viraj Puri moves to executive chairman while industry veteran Craig Stevenson takes the helm as CEO.

By training produce experts to identify and rescue fresh fruits and vegetables at their peak, Hannaford ensures that high-quality nutrition reaches local food banks and pantries instead of going to waste.

From a state-of-the-art tech stack to a day’s drive from the entire East Coast, this startup is prioritizing flavor and freshness over traditional yield-first models.

Distributors say big and bold techniques could help retailers move more mangoes.

Dwyer has been tapped to lead efforts to expand Clarifresh’s North American presence and deepen partnerships across the industry.

From partnering with bold, international artists to an AI-powered social video experience in Times Square to a presence at Milan Design Week, the global banana brand is on a mission to elevate the everyday fruit into something truly inspired.

The Peruvian Avocado Commission recognized the industry pioneers for their decades of visionary leadership and instrumental roles in establishing Peru as a premier global avocado supplier.