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Alsum Farms says test digs for Wisconsin russet, red and yellow potato varieties are indicating a promising year.

The Business Journal recently presented the family-owned grower with the Family Legacy Award, which recognizes businesses with three generations of leadership.

The Nunes Co. co-founder, who launched two grower-shippers and garnered produce industry honors, died Aug. 5 at age 95.

The state’s apple growers are gearing up for another productive year, though volume may be slightly lower than 2023.

The Healthy Family Project’s partners and produce-centric resources aim to make nutritious eating easier as children return to class.

The marketer said about 75% of its crop — one of the largest at more than 190 million trays — has shipped from New Zealand to customers throughout the world.

Along with a refreshed corporate logo, the company will be unveiling a new consumer brand, Bolthouse Fresh, and packaging for its consumer-facing portfolio of fresh carrots and on-the-go snacking solutions.

Benjy Proffer, who died Aug. 2, operated the Missouri-based produce company his family established in 1964.

The Wisconsin potato crop looks very good overall, though heavy rains in May reduced yields in some low-lying areas, industry leaders say.