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The official pack date has been set for Vidalia onions, which are available for a limited time each year from April through early September.

The first major fresh produce event of the year, formerly known as GOPEX, is set for Jan. 12-13, 2026, at the JW Marriott Turnberry Resort.

The company will also feature hot and fresh samples and an exclusive product tease at its booth.

The Yuma, Ariz.-based company has expanded its leadership team by promoting Natalia Dentoni to senior brand manager and expanding roles for Shayna Telesmanic, Mauro Santelli and Bridgette Weber.

The 2025 AWG Innovation Showcase, held March 24-26 in Overland Park, Kan., featured innovative solutions, new concepts, the latest trends and strategies to drive retail success in the grocery industry.

Despite some weather challenges, optimism persists on the verge of the sweet onion’s return.

The Canadian greenhouse grower says it is rapidly expanding its acreage, becoming one of North America’s largest lit-crop roma growers.

1WorldSync and Mercatus plan to address the benefits for suppliers and grocers in an April 2 webinar.

The company is also highlighting availability of its Giant Blueberries, now available in a new label design, selected by California Giant’s consumer audience.

Board representatives include growers, handlers and cooperative handlers to help guide the research and promotion programs as well as flow of product to the market.