Industry veteran Robert Bassetti passes away
Robert “Bob” Bassetti, 83, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Friday September 15th. Bob was a well-known produce industry veteran and longtime owner of B&B Produce located in Hammonton, NJ.
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The Produce Reporter Week in Review – September 22, 2023
Pamela and Greg talk nutrition and why you "can't eat just one" when it comes to center-store snacking, and why the produce industry needs to find a way to get beyond Vitamin C.
Kroger Delivery expands in Colorado
The Kroger Co. today announced the official opening of a new spoke in Johnstown, Colorado.
Eastern Propak celebrates grand re-opening of produce facility
On Wednesday, September 13th, 2023, Eastern Propak unveiled its state-of-the-art Produce Cold Storage, Packing, and Repacking Facility at a ribbon cutting ceremony and grand re-opening event.
Mann Packing, P.F. Chang’s collaborate on new salad kit
The new salad kits offered by Mann Packing are P.F. Chang's most popular salads on the menu: Asian Caesar and Mandarin Crunch.
Florida strawberries’ secret problem
Florida strawberry growers' complaints about Mexican competition may be partly their own fault.
Five SEPC Southern Innovations stand-outs
The Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Innovations show typically is a venue to find new products and new ideas as companies often do soft launches ahead of the “big” show in October.
Harris Teeter Delivery launches in DC with temperature-controlled delivery trucks
Harris Teeter's innovative grocery delivery is now available to customers across the Washington, D.C. metro area.
Avocados From Mexico partners with LA Galaxy for menu items
Avocados From Mexico, the number one selling avocado brand in the U.S., along with the 5-Time MLS Cup Champion LA Galaxy and Dignity Health Sports Park (DHSP) in Carson, CA have partnered to bring exclusive new culinary experiences and flavors to fans.
dVida Company showcases mango and dragon fruit
dVida Company is based in the heart of Houston, Texas and known for being an agricultural leader which exports and imports fresh, frozen, dehydrated tropical fruits and vegetables from Ecuador.
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