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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.

The James Beard Foundation announced five winners in its fifth annual Blended Burger Project.

Founded in 1919, John Vena is celebrating a century in business this year with a staff party in the fall plus several innovations.

In late winter and early spring, Ryeco created a new website that features a video of the market with shots from a drone.

Although regional produce conferences have a broader reach than their namesake areas, there’s something about keeping it local, simple and intimate that appeals to participants.