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The floral-fabulous Encore Boston Harbor proved a fitting venue for the New England Produce Council’s 2024 Produce, Floral and Foodservice Expo.

Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing Rick Alcocer is bringing his four-decade-long career to a close.

“We have significantly increased our onion acreage and are hopeful for the outcome of the season even with Mother Nature’s curveballs,” said Bailey Myers-Hartley, marketing director for the company.

Marketers say it’s going to be a good year for Eastern apples — with harvest underway in parts of the region — thanks to good weather.

The sweepstakes, which lasts through Sept. 30, lets participants pick their favorite of three causes. Donations to the three organizations will be based on the percentage of votes by entrants.

The grower-packer-shipper provided an update on the start of the new crop shipping season.

Growers and marketers say favorable growing conditions should make for ample supplies this year.

Its “I Love Baby Carrots” campaign touts the nutritional and health benefits of baby carrots by targeting retailers and shoppers.

The cooperative says it’s working with Measure to Improve on a comprehensive strategy focusing on climate-smart agriculture, reducing plastic packaging and engaging growers in environmental stewardship.

Per hectare returns are projected to be up from last season for all categories, the company said.