GrubMarket acquires Procurant
GrubMarket, an AI-powered technology provider for the U.S. food supply chain and one of the world’s largest private food e-commerce companies, announced it has acquired Procurant, a Los Gatos, CA-based software-as-a-service platform that streamlines fresh procurement, order management and regulatory compliance for the fresh food industry.
Lumo wins Audience Choice Award during AgSharks Pitch Competition
Lumo was selected as the Audience Choice Award winner during the AgSharks Pitch Competition at the 2025 Western Growers Annual Meeting.The finalists were:
Weis Markets donates $170,000 to Paralyzed Veterans of America
Weis Markets announced it has donated $170,000 to Paralyzed Veterans of America — the nation’s only nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting veterans with spinal cord injuries and diseases, like MS and ALS. Representatives from Weis Markets presented the check to PVA on Nov. 13 at the company’s Nottingham, MD, store.
Fox Packaging introduces up to 30 percent PCR options across select flexible structures
Fox Packaging has introduced flexible packaging options featuring up to 30 percent post-consumer recycled content, strengthening its commitment to circular and sustainable packaging solutions.PCR content gives existing plastic a second life, reducing landfill waste and reliance on virgin resin. In the fresh produce industry, incorporating PCR into flexible packaging supports circularity by closing the loop between material recovery and new product manufacturing without sacrificing performance.
Bright Bounty and Morning Kiss Organic highlight new packaging and convenience focused formats at NYPS
DiSilva Fruit and Gold Bell will feature the brands Bright Bounty and Morning Kiss Organic at the New York Produce Show Dec. 2-4, booth No. 511. Both brands will showcase full lines of organic and conventional produce, reinforcing the companies' position as leaders in the fresh produce industry.
IFCO launches IFCO Digital, earns 2025 Smart Solution Award for advancing circular supply chains
IFCO, a global provider of reusable packaging solutions for fresh foods, announced the launch of IFCO Digital, featuring its new Tracking-as-a-Service platform — a key milestone in the company’s digital transformation. The innovation also earned IFCO the 2025 Smart Solution Award, recognizing its leadership in connected and sustainable supply chain management.
Chrysal publishes first sustainability report
Chrysal, a global leader in flower care products, has released its first sustainability report, outlining the company’s commitment to building a more sustainable flower industry. The report details Chrysal’s sustainability strategy, progress in circular packaging, and efforts to reduce carbon emissions.Chrysal will showcase its latest innovations in sustainable flower care at the FloraHolland Trade Fair in Aalsmeer from Nov. 4–6, where visitors can learn more about the company’s sustainability initiatives at stands 1.48 and 1.49.
Natural Grocers expands house brand with new organic veggies
Natural Grocers has expanded its Natural Grocers Brand with 10 new varieties of Organic Frozen Vegetables. The new additions offer even more ways to enjoy premium quality with the same value-driven sourcing and standards that define the company's organic fresh produce department. The new products are available exclusively at Natural Grocers stores nationwide.
Fighting food waste with Babé Farms and Veggie Rescue
From farm to table, food carries with it an inevitable time clock.This is especially true for fresh produce, though, even processed products have a shelf life of only so long.These natural limits, combined with systemic inefficiencies and consumer demands for perfection, mean vast amounts of food never make it to the table.In America, nearly one third of all food is lost or wasted as it makes its way from farm to plate, according to ReFED’s 2025 U.S. Food Waste Report.
JOH names Mid-Atlantic produce business manager
JOH has hired Robert Backer as a produce business manager in the Mid-Atlantic region. He joins JOH with more than 30 years of experience in sales, merchandising and operations within the food industry.