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Avocados are taking to the water through the World Avocado Cup Regatta in San Diego Bay.

The National Watermelon Promotion Board has promoted Megan McKenna from director of foodservice to senior director of marketing and foodservice.

Stemilt Growers, Wenatchee, Wash., will be shipping Artisan Organics brand peaches and nectarines soon, with the season beginning in mid-July.

Pacific Organic Produce, San Francisco, which markets under the Purity Organic brand, has hired Mike Rubidoux as sales manager.

The United Fresh Produce Association has released updated food safety audit standards for the fresh tomato supply chain.

A new normal is taking hold for importers of Mexican tomatoes.

The United Fresh Association has announced locations and dates for its next four conventions and expos.

A new rootstock watermelon variety has shown resistance to Fusarium wilt and the southern root-knot nematode.

Renaissance Food Group (RFG), Rancho Cordova, Calif., has hired Nancy Johnston as vice president of produce procurement.

Attendees of the 2018 National Watermelon Association Convention in Nashville were treated to unique Nashville experiences, with planners integrating the city’s brand throughout the event.