IFPA recaps The Retail Conference
In just its third year, the produce conference is laser-focused on the retail side of the industry and attracted major retailers, suppliers, and solutions providers to connect, do business, and learn.
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Cecelia Packing sales manager to retire
After 14 years with us, and a lifetime of dedicated service in the ag industry, we would like to announce the retirement of Mr. Keith Wilson, Sales Manager, Cecelia Packing Corporation , effective 5/16/24.
C.H. Robinson adds AI-powered reply technology to emailed quote requests
Using artificial intelligence, C.H. Robinson’s new technology classifies incoming email, reads it and replicates the steps a person would take to fulfill a customer’s request.
GreenGate Fresh internalizes sales and logistics with two new hires
GreenGate's leaders expressed their gratitude to the team at Fresh Avenue for their instrumental role over the past several years.
Hass Avocado Board graduates third leadership class
Under the guidance of industry veterans and expert HAB staff, participants learn about how to leverage critical functions like research and marketing to achieve industry goals.
Oppy and G&M Farms unveil proprietary jumbo and pink blueberry varieties
Both developed by horticulture professor Dr. Scott NeSmith of the University of Georgia and grown by G&M Farms in Fresno County, California, the brands redefine the traditional blueberry experience with their distinctive flavors, sizes and visual appeal.
Uber Eats to power restaurant delivery on Instacart
This partnership also extends the efforts of both companies to create technologies and solutions that support brick-and-mortar businesses.
Canadian government launches plastic registry
The Government of Canada has announced a new Federal Plastics Registry which will require businesses to report on the quantity and types of plastic they put into the Canadian market.
How Sprouts Farmers Market views competition from different levels
During the company’s first quarter earnings call on May 1, Sprouts Farmers Market {{BB #:168563}} executives discussed how the company is working to further differentiate, attract, and maintain core customers.
Peruvian avocado exports rise in 2024 Q1
In the first quarter of this year, Peruvian exports of fresh avocado reached 105,034 tons for $233 million, reflecting an increase of 35 percent in volume and 46 percent in value compared to what was recorded in the same period of 2023
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