Market Basket's board of directors said it fired two executives for insubordination, making false and derogatory remarks about the company and people associated with it, and inappropriate communications with colleagues. The termination of Joseph Schmidt, director of operations, and Thomas Gordon, grocery director, comes almost two months after the two men — along with CEO Arthur T. Demoulas and other employees — were placed on paid administrative leave May 28 while an investigation was conducted into the CEO’s conduct. The investigation includes a review of allegations that Demoulas began to

Alexandra Farms recently connected with Gilberto Freihoff of Dogwood and Fir to learn more about his floral design approach and creative inspirations. Known for his romantic, nature-inspired style, Freihoff shared insights into his process and how he incorporates garden roses into his signature arrangements. Alexandra Farms: You were one of the first floral designers to use the new David Austin cut roses. What were your first impressions, and do you have a favorite? Freihoff: First and foremost, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the David Austin family for entrusting Dogwood and

Feeding a nation is never easy. Our country’s food industry continues to face a challenging macroeconomic situation. Approximately 80 percent of both retailers and suppliers anticipate that trade policies and tariffs will continue to impact pricing and disrupt supply chains. Additionally, most expect operating costs to remain elevated. This — and much more — was revealed in FMI - The Food Industry Association’s signature research, The Food Retailing Industry Speaks 2025. The report explores how the industry is evolving into a modern grocery experience while navigating a complex operating

Fresh Solutions Network will feature its A Cut Above potato line along with whole potatoes and onions at booth No. 403 at the upcoming International Fresh Produce Association Foodservice Conference. More than 2,000 attendees from across the supply chain will be in attendance. FSN is also participating in the Buyer Sourcing Meetings on July 31 — a members-only, speed-dating-style event that allows foodservice suppliers to meet face-to-face with operators and distributors. “We are looking forward to meeting these buyers and helping them capitalize on side dish and trending meal occasion

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has imposed sanctions on three produce businesses for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce they purchased and for failing to pay reparation awards issued under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act. These sanctions include suspending the businesses’ PACA licenses and barring the principal operators of the businesses from engaging in PACA-licensed business or other activities without approval from USDA. The following businesses and individuals are currently restricted from operating in the produce industry: Marlo Produce

Duda Farm Fresh Foods has hired Roger Moncada as director of sales – West and Steve Bindas as director of outside sales. These appointments come at a pivotal moment for Duda as it approaches its centennial in 2026 and builds toward its next 100 years. Moncada joins the Duda team with more than three decades of produce sales expertise, most recently serving over seven years as director of sales at Dole Fresh Vegetables. In his new role, Moncada will lead efforts to deepen customer relationships and drive new business opportunities across the West.