With the news that PMA Fresh Summit would be cancelled this year, Southern Specialties wanted to send special words of encouragement to those behind the show and the residents of New Orleans. “Like others in our industry, Southern Specialties was looking forward to ‘spreading our wings’ some and meeting and greeting customers, growers and industry peers face to face in New Orleans, one of the great cities in our nation,” said Charlie Eagle, vice president of business and development for the Pompano Beach, FL-based company. “Our hearts go out to residents in that area, first and foremost. We

As both an industry veteran and fresh-cut produce pioneer, NatureSeal® has been a leading expert in shelf-life extension technology worldwide. Our patented line of products has grown exponentially, offering produce solutions to the processor and foodservice markets. Along with the USDA, NatureSeal initially developed a formulation to keep sliced apples from browning. Today, our products have expanded into an award-winning line of fresh-cut formulas, created to combat oxidation and liquid purging. This line has grown to include protective formulations for over 30 varieties of fruits and

Pre-washed, pre-cut bagged fresh veggies are a winner for consumers who want a fast-fixing meal option to put on the table. Two new products from F&S Produce Co., Green Giant Fresh Stir-Fry Kits and Little Green Sprout’s Organic vegetables, offer even more ways to satisfy shoppers and boost category sales as well. Green Giant Fresh Stir-Fry Kits come in five trending flavors: Teriyaki, Korean Kimchi, Chinese Black Pepper, Coconut Lime, and Scallion Ginger. All 14-ounce kits include an authentic veggie mix of bok choy, cabbage, broccoli, baby corn, carrots, snow peas, and green onions, while

Ocean Mist Farms, a leading grower and marketer of fresh artichokes in the U.S., recently concluded its two annual promotions: Peace, Love & Artichoke winter promotion (Feb. 15-March 15) and the annual Gold Standard spring promotion (April 19-May 19). Since 2019 these annual promotions have grown engagement with Ocean Mist Farms consumer audience — proving there is an audience ready for information about fresh artichokes. As a result, Ocean Mist Farms has realized a 5 percent increase year over year in artichoke cases sold over the duration of the two promotions. Consumer response to the third