Tag: peppers

Michael DuPuis, quality assurance and public relations manager for Nogales, AZ-based Divine Flavor, says his company will be releasing its Product Heroes campaign, which is designed to highlight the health benefits of certain produce items.

While the rest of the world may be shocked to hear of a chili pepper shortage, the produce industry has been abuzz with the saucy news for some time.

The adage that "even Vegas is boring to a produce farmer" holds true as the new year begins. Even the shelf-stable 'hardware' items such as carrots, potatoes and onions, are encountering price spikes and significant supply challenges.

Bell pepper supplies are slowing as cool California evening weather affects ripening.

Most fruits, berries, and “hardware” (carrots, table-stock potatoes) are outperforming historic averages. These categories are benefiting from both increased retail volume and the USDA box programs.

Sollum Technologies is pleased to announce that Allegro Acres, located in Kingsville Ontario, harvested the first greenhouse crop of winter-produced peppers using LED lighting technology in Canada.

Mastronardi Produce (sold under the SUNSET brand) has certified its fifth operation through Equitable Food Initiative.

The boys are all about watching YouTubers do crazy, but wholesome, things.