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Just like home, something always needs to be maintained in the produce department. If not done in a timely manner, things only get worse — and shoppers will notice, says columnist Armand Lobato.

Chris Ford, business development and marketing manager for the Mount Vernon, Wash.-based sales and marketing agency, said the supplier is expanding its citrus program, in addition to tropicals like pitaya.

Got some organic Honeycrisp? That is the question that the market is asking suppliers, says Dan Davis, director of business development for Wenatchee, Wash.-based Starr Ranch Growers.

While the Golden State is producing almost two-thirds of peaches grown in the U.S., it’s harvest yields have been steadily declining for two decades, according to a USDA report.

The introduction showcases the pinnacle of this year’s mango harvest — a selection of the largest mangoes on the market, according to a news release.

Chiquita and Brooks Running have announced the launch of the “Ready, Set, Peel!” promotion.

“Our website isn’t just about showcasing our exceptional peaches, it’s also about sharing the passion, dedication and expertise that goes into every aspect of all we do,” said Titan Farms Vice President Lori Anne Carr.

An above-average apple crop is anticipated this year for Michigan, which has an average annual crop size of about 24 million bushels.

The Inland Northwest-based fresh fruit and vegetable distributor and its parent company, URM Stores Inc., have appointed the produce veteran as president.