Topline Farms has once again joined forces with Apeel Sciences to introduce an innovative new greenhouse-grown produce item. The latest addition to their successful partnership is the Apeel-Protected Mini Cucumber, a fresh and flavorful offering that will last up to three days longer than traditional mini cucumbers. This exciting development builds on the tremendous success of Topline Farms' previous collaboration with Apeel Sciences where they removed the plastic packaging from English cucumbers, saving the equivalent of nearly three plastic straws per cucumber. Plastic-free cucumbers have

Ocean Mist Farms, a leading grower and marketer of fresh artichokes, now has availability of its proprietary purple artichokes. This seasonal, limited edition of the Ocean Mist Farms artichoke family is a colorful variety selected for superior flavor and appearance. The heaviest production period is expected to be Feb. 20–April 23. The proprietary purple artichokes are back for a fourth consecutive year. For nearly 100 years, Ocean Mist Farms has cultivated superior artichoke varieties in California. Tapping into this experience, it has developed a purple artichoke variety to enjoy alongside

With Ramadan right around the corner, Natural Delights is offering its two-, five- and 11-pound window boxes to meet the need during the brand’s highest sales period of the year. With a start date of March 22 this year, Muslim shoppers will be looking for Natural Delights products in early March to prepare for the holiday. Last Ramadan, date category sales increased by 30 percent, and Natural Delights sales increased by 57 percent. Top markets included Los Angeles, New York City, Chicago, Baltimore and Dallas/Fort Worth, according to IRI scan data, 52 weeks ending Jan. 1, 2023. Medjool dates

Ocean Mist Farms launched its Eat Your Heart Out sweepstakes, which runs through March 17. The campaign includes email marketing to a robust community of artichoke shoppers and produce buyers, social media advertising and sweepstakes prizes — all to drive demand and in-store sales. With this promotion, Ocean Mist Farms is supporting awareness of its winter artichoke variety during peak availability. Aiming to increase consumption during these early months while health and nutrition are still top of mind, Ocean Mist Farms is regularly educating consumers on the health benefits of artichokes

NatureSweet is kicking off its “Snack Like a Champ” program to encourage consumers to incorporate NatureSweet snacking tomatoes into their Super Bowl spreads. From now until March 12, consumers who purchase NatureSweet products can upload a photo of their purchase receipt using the QR code under the label or by going to this link. Once the receipt is uploaded, they’ll qualify for a chance to win a Fanatics gift card and an opportunity to buy sports gear and memorabilia. “Our sweet Cherubs are the perfect addition to any charcuterie board, appetizer or dip on Super Bowl Sunday," said Sergio

Naturipe Farms launched its the sixth FeBLUEary campaign with strong promotable volumes of its proprietary blueberry varieties. This robust start to peak blueberry import season begins with bright, juicy blueberries coming from Naturipe’s Peruvian, Mexican and Chilean growing regions. “We are so excited to see the fruits of our growers’ labor. They’ve well-earned their reputation for growing high-quality and delicious berries year after year,” said Jim Roberts, president of sales at Naturipe Farms. “Their dedication and commitment means retailers and shoppers are able to enjoy flavorful