Author: Taryn Pfalzgraf

"Minneolas are incredibly unique and shouldn't be overlooked by consumers this season," states Monique Mueller, director of communications at Bee Sweet Citrus. "Their distinctive flavor caters to citrus fans who appreciate both sweet and tangy flavors."

New additions to WP Produce's Desbry brand of tropical of fruits and roots include frozen Hawaiian plantains and a medley of flavored vegetable chips made from malanga, yuca, and plantains.

This year’s IFPA Retail Conference and Golf Tournament, April 30-May 1 in Dallas, TX is more than just a day on the course with plenty of networking, learning, and celebrating retail excellence.

Soon-to-retire Jane Proctor, VP of policy and issue management for CPMA, receives the Honorary Life Member award from the Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada. “Jane’s unwavering commitment, leadership, and passion have made a lasting impact on the industry,” said Ron Lemaire, CPMA president.

Launched in 2023, Zespri's ZAG Innovation Fund is piloting four new initiatives to drive quality and lift orchard productivity; promote wellbeing through kiwifruit consumption; protect and enhance nature; and foster a thriving kiwifruit grower community.

Brighter Bites is expanding its strategic partnerships in the Southwest Florida market to provide access to fresh, nutritious food and nutrition education for under-resourced families in Lee and Collier County.

At its February meeting in San Antonio, the Mushroom Council welcomed two new board members and elected new officers for 2025. The nine-member Council is composed of eight domestic growers and one importer representing four regions.

Duda Farm Fresh Foods is celebrating National Celery Month with a sweepstakes to promote its Dandy brand. The company is also sharing celery recipes, usage ideas, and tips to prolong freshness throughout March.

FirstFruits Farms, LLC in Yakima, WA, a leader in the apple industry, is proud to announce the promotion of Lon Hudson to the position of national sales director.

Braga Fresh Family Farms, Inc. will debut extensions to its line of conventional chopped salad kits at SEPC Southern Exposure.