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Trying to keep pace with modern food safety requirements and buyers’ demands, management at the Atlanta State Farmers Market works to maintain the facilities.

The National Association of Perishable Agricultural Receivers (NAPAR) has a new partnership with food industry buying cooperative Topco Associates LLC.

The National Association of Perishable Agricultural Receivers’ annual golf tournament is May 1

Bradenton, Fla.-based C&D Fruit and Vegetable Co. and Trio Farms are searching for a buyer after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in February.

Maglio Companies is buying out its former partner, Boston Fresh LLC.

Montreal-based Courchesne Larose Ltd. has taken a minority stake in Montreal-based J.B. Laverdure Inc.

Lancaster, Pa.-based Kegel’s Produce will host an open house on Oct. 17 to celebrate its 70th anniversary in business.

Kansas City, Kan.-based wholesaler Liberty Fruit Co. hired a new CEO. John McClelland starts May 14.

Montreal-based fresh produce distributor Courchesne Larose is planning 100 days of activities to celebrate its 100th anniversary.

Manfredi Cold Storage has expanded its Kennett Square, Pa.-based facility by 70,000 square feet with a Steel King drive-in rack system.