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Establishing rules, levying accountability and treating everyone fairly are keys to a well-run operation, says columnist Armand Lobato.

Quality is excellent this season for most of its commodities, though sizing for oranges and lemons will be a bit smaller than last year, the company’s president said.

The Fowler, Calif.-based grower-packer-shipper has contributed to the American Red Cross to help provide meals and snacks for affected families in Southern California.

Whether it was non-browning apples, juice to go, ready-to-eat lettuce or other advancements, GOPEX exhibitors showcased the flavor and experiences driving organic produce trends.

The retailer has appointed former Fresh Market CEO Jason Potter to the leadership role.

Apple marketer Honeybear Brands has partnered with the American Institute for Cancer Research to promote healthy eating.

Tech company executives share predictions for the trends to watch in the fresh produce industry this year.

From the hottest tickets in produce including dragon fruit and exotic mushrooms to superfoods and food safety, GOPEX 2025 showcased trends, tools and solutions with retailers in mind.

By using the Flashfood app, Loblaw customers also have diverted nearly 86 million pounds of potential food waste from landfills since 2019.

Companies meeting the program standard diverted 1.2M tons of food waste in 2024, according to Where Food Comes From Inc.