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Bartlett, Ill.-based distributor Get Fresh Produce has joined IF&P Foods, a private equity-backed family of produce and specialty food companies.

Hop on tour with us to see what’s happening and what buyers want at the Philadelphia Wholesale Produce Market.

With the help of a hydroponic farm at a Brooklyn middle school, Teens for Food Justice has launched a new Fresh Food Box program that will provide produce to local food-scare communities.

Ann Beaulieu, vice president of research and development and regulatory at Philadelphia-based AgroFresh Solutions, will join an advisory council focused on improving access to nutritious foods and reducing food waste.

BOSTON — This Northeast U.S. region marked by wealth, smaller independent retailers, ethnic diversity and high-end foodservice keeps adjusting to today’s challenges to feed its people and those beyond its borders.

Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo announced the 18 companies selected for round one of the Grow-NY food innovation and agriculture technology business challenge.

BOSTON — Eating, buying and selling local produce is a desirable goal for many Bostonians, but it’s not a simple one.

Philadelphia-based John Vena Specialty Produce is making this year count — after all, it’s the company’s 100th anniversary year.

Los Angeles-based Vision Produce Co. has promoted Dan Lawton to president and managing partner.

Norwalk, Iowa-based Capital City Fruit has added to its staff and produce offerings in 2019.