The Little Potato Company sweepstakes brings seasonal cheer
The Little Potato Company is celebrating the holidays with its third annual “A Little Holiday Happiness Is…” campaign and sweepstakes. During the busy holiday season, the company continues to bring Little Moments of Happiness and relief to families with its popular line of easy-to-prepare Little Potatoes. Running through early January 2025, the annual digital brand campaign and in-store POS and online sweepstakes offer families several chances to win grocery prizes and bring a little ease and happiness to the busyness of the holidays.
Armin Lakovic named operations manager at Allen Lund Co.
Armin Lakovic has been promoted to operations manager of the Allen Lund Co.'s Des Moines, IA, office.Lakovic has more than 15 years of experience in the supply chain industry. He has been with the Allen Lund Co. for over five years, spending time in various roles from carrier relations to account management, establishing a background in developing relationships and efficient operations.
Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers honored for excellence in ag
The Government of Ontario awarded Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers the 2025 Excellence in Agriculture Award for Promotional Excellence at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. This prestigious recognition celebrates individuals, businesses and organizations that demonstrate innovative and impactful promotional efforts encouraging consumers to choose agri-food products grown and made in Ontario.
Tariff relief essential to year-round availability of fresh produce and floral items
Last week the Trump administration announced new tariff exemptions for a range of goods not produced domestically in sufficient quantities, including certain produce products.
Washington Fruit Growers launches new PLU sticker
For over a century, the Liberty Bell has symbolized the independent spirit and commitment to quality behind Washington Fruit Growers. Today, that same spirit continues with the launch of a new PLU sticker designed to connect shoppers directly to the story and values behind every piece of fruit the company grows.The updated sticker features a QR code that gives consumers instant access to information about:
Market Minute: Prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday
Thanksgiving is one of the best sales weeks of the year. The fresh produce demand can have a sharp impact on sales during that period. That’s why you should meet with your produce suppliers as early as possible. Head up your ad plans on items and the amounts needed for the big customer rush.
Strong holiday demand, value pricing for avocados
Mission Produce Inc. announced holiday and winter avocado opportunities, supported by seasonal demand, promotable supply from Mexico and favorable retail pricing.
That Flower Feeling aims to make flowers essential with new Just Add Flowers campaign
That Flower Feeling, the floral industry’s newly independent national marketing initiative, on Monday announced the official Nov. 17 launch of its next major campaign, Just Add Flowers. Building on the success of its earlier Self Care Made Easy message, the new effort is designed with one goal: getting more flowers into homes more often.
Colombia Avocado Board welcomes Meg Buchsbaum as retail account manager
The Colombia Avocado Board has appointed Meg Buchsbaum as its new retail account manager.
Grocery Outlet partners with Feeding America with goal of providing 3M meals this holiday season
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. announced a partnership with Feeding America, the nation’s largest hunger-relief organization, to help provide 3 million meals to people facing hunger this holiday season.