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The Modesto, Calif.-based grocer, recently acquired by Kingswood Capital Management, has named Shane Sampson executive chairman.

The USDA has announced that Natura Fresh LLC satisfied a $3,168 reparation order issued under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA) involving unpaid produce transactions.

The USDA announced that Carioto Produce, Inc., satisfied a reparation order in the amount of $11,510 issued under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA) involving unpaid produce transactions.

The USDA announced that Alko Green Fresh LLC satisfied a reparation order in the amount of $19,900 issued under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA) involving unpaid produce transactions.

The USDA announced that Carla Langarcia, doing business as Barajas Produce, satisfied a $7,293 reparation order issued under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA) involving unpaid produce transactions.

The Packer and CPMA recognize Mimmo Franzone, senior director of produce, floral and merchandising services for Longo Brothers Fruit Markets, as Canadian Produce Person of the Year.

The Packer will once again honor excellence in sustainability marketing by companies throughout the fresh produce supply chain by presenting the second annual Best of SPS Marketing Awards.

Bill Bishop, chief architect and cofounder of Brick Meets Click, has retired effective immediately because of “serious, ongoing health challenges.”

Soaring prices: It’s on pretty much every produce person’s mind. Retailers have more tools than ever to handle it. Read the article and for more, listen to Episode 75 of the Tip of the Iceberg Podcast.

When I stroll into my neighborhood grocery store with my toddler, my favorite clerk’s brown eyes light up.