Harold Albinder, a pioneering figure in New York’s apple industry, died peacefully June 21. He was 87. Known for his work ethic, humility and deep love for the land, Mr. Albinder leaves behind a legacy rooted in family, farming, and relationships. Mr. Albinder was born April 6, 1938, in Brooklyn, NY, to Isadore and Ida Albinder. From an early age he developed a love for growing things, beginning with his windowsill garden. That passion blossomed, and following his service in the U.S. Marine Corps in the late 1950s, Mr. Albinder and his wife, Lucila, moved to the Hudson Valley to pursue a life

Pure Flavor's latest organic innovation — organic RedRoyals sweet cherry tomatoes — is certified organic and grown in a high-tech, greenhouse environment, delivering bold flavor and dependable quality all year long. Building on the strength of the RedRoyals brand, the launch of an organic variety was a natural next step. Organic RedRoyals bring much-needed innovation to the organic category by combining the signature flavor, texture and visual appeal of the original with trusted organic, greenhouse-grown practices. As the snacking on-the-vine segment continues to show strong growth, this new

The Partnership for a Healthier America hosted the Good Food for All Summit June 18 at the George Washington University Student Center. In partnership with the Global Food Institute at GW, the event drew 150 leaders from the business, public, non-profit and philanthropic sectors to challenge the current U.S. food system and take action to advance equitable access to good food that drives good health. Key companies and organizations represented include retailers like Amazon Access, Albertsons, Hy-Vee, Instacart, Kroger and Wegmans; food maker Chobani, trade associations like FMI, IFPA, AFFI and

Fresh Solutions Network will showcase its Side Delights organic potatoes and onions at the 2025 Organic Produce Summit, taking place July 9-10 in Monterey, CA. FSN partners Basin Gold Cooperative (Pasco, WA) and the Masser Family of Cos. (Sacramento, PA) will represent FSN at the event. OPS is dedicated entirely to the organic fresh produce industry, providing a focused platform for growers, shippers, processors, retailers and buyers to engage directly on trends shaping the sector. “We’ve participated in OPS since its beginning in 2016, and we’re proud to return again this year as an exhibitor

Veg-Land Inc./JBJ Distributing and Fresh Cut Inc., leading suppliers of high-quality organic produce in Southern California, added Todd Linsky, a renowned figure in the organic produce industry, to help steer their strategic growth and operational excellence. With over 35 years of experience in the organic produce sector, Linsky brings unparalleled expertise to Veg-Land, Inc./JBJ Distributing and Fresh Cut Inc. His extensive background includes many transformative leadership roles. As the founder of Todd Linsky Consulting, he has established a reputation for driving innovation, fostering

Desch Plantpak B.V., a leading manufacturer and innovator in sustainable horticultural solutions, announced a strategic restructuring of its operations, alongside a key leadership transition, to better position the company amid ongoing global industry challenges. In recent years, the horticultural sector has weathered a perfect storm of disruptions—from the COVID-19 pandemic to the geopolitical conflict between Russia and Ukraine. These events have driven volatility in raw material costs and caused surging energy prices, creating unprecedented challenges across the supply chain. To ensure long