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Santa Barbara,Calif.-based Apeel Sciences has announced $250 million in new financing, and endorsements from Oprah Winfrey and Katy Perry. The financial boosts brings the company’s valuation to more than $1 billion.

Haitian mangoes maintained their lead on The Packer’s PMG the week of May 18, and cherries claimed the second spot.

Abound Logistics LLC, Heras, Holland Produce Company Inc., Ryder Farms, and Taiwah Trading Corporation are new companies to the Market. Moser Fruit Tree Sales Inc., Musgrave Orchard and others have updates.

Alonso, Cre8ad8 LLC, North Coast Opportunities Inc., T&B Rustic Waters LLC and Valmar International Produce Growers LLC are new companies to the Market. Windham Packaging LLC, Troyer Brothers FL Inc. have changes & more.

The United Fresh Produce Association will be presenting the data from its latest FreshFacts on Retail report, covering the first quarter of 2020, with a web seminar.

Yakima, Wash.-based Domex Superfresh Growers has introduced Super Cherry, a jumbo cherry label.

Blame it on the coronavirus.

The Canadian Produce Marketing Association has a new board of directors for 2020-21.

The United Fresh Produce Association is offering a leadership program with Cornell University at the United Fresh LIVE! online event.

Rockit apples, known for their small size, are now available year-round from Chelan Fresh.