After more than two decades turning sliced apples into a household staple, Tony Freytag, executive vice president and founder of Crunch Pak, is stepping back from day-to-day operations — but not from the category he helped shape. Freytag’s career has been defined by persistence and possibility. When he and the company’s other founders first pursued the idea of fresh-cut apples, few believed it could succeed. Today, Crunch Pak supplies millions of servings each day and stands as one of the most recognized brands in the space.

Fair Trade certification is a point of differentiation that GLC Cerritos touts as it breaks out of a crowded avocado sales arena. Giovanni Cavaletto, president of the company that is the U.S. sales/marketing arm of Grupo Los Cerritos, the grower entity based in Ciudad Guzman in Jalisco, Mexico, said GLC is betting on its Fair Trade program to be a difference-maker with its customer base. “We will definitely be talking about it at IFPA,” he said, referring to the The Global Produce & Floral Show, which will be held in Anaheim in mid-October. GLC Cerritos has launched a Fair Trade-specific

B&W Quality Growers is one of the largest producers of unique leafy greens in the world, including watercress, arugula, spinach and kale. With more than 150 years of expertise in growing these sought-after greens, the company guarantees exceptional quality and a reliable supply, all backed by world-class customer service. Later this month, the company’s sales leadership team will be heading to the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce & Floral Show. B&W have built its strategy around engaging with current partners while opening doors to new opportunities.

For more than three decades, LGS Specialty Sales has been shaping the fresh produce industry by staying true to one principle: never stop innovating. What began in 1990 with the introduction of clementines to the U.S. market has evolved into a legacy of pioneering supply chain solutions, trusted grower partnerships, and a reputation for delivering quality produce year-round. Today, as LGS celebrates 35 years in business, the company reflects on its journey—and looks ahead to what’s next! Innovation Is Our Origin Story LGS has always strived to anticipate the needs of its customers and the

Hass avocado sales grew across Easter, Cinco De Mayo, Memorial Day and Father’s Day in 2025, reaching four-year highs in both unit and dollar sales. The Hass Avocado Board’s Avocado Holiday Retail Recap details that the Q2 2025 holidays generated 218.4 million units and $270.1 million in retail dollar sales combined, marking the category’s strongest second-quarter performance in the past four years. While each holiday contributed to the quarter’s success, Memorial Day emerged as a standout driver, generating 54 million units and $66.3 million in retail dollar sales. Compared to 2024, Memorial

The Dramm Corp. is happy to welcome Brandon Parham as its new western technical representative. Parham brings valuable experience from both the grower and supplier sides of the industry, having managed indoor growing operations and represented leading water treatment companies and greenhouse distributors. In his new role, Parham will oversee distributor relationships and support commercial sales throughout the Western region. He will work closely with customers across Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon and Washington, focusing on solutions that include hand