California grape growers double impact of food bank donations
California table grape growers doubled the impact of each gift made to the Central California Food Bank Oct. 20-31 to help provide meals for families facing hunger across the Central Valley.
IFPA announces Class 30 of Produce Industry Leadership Program
The International Fresh Produce Association announced the incoming Class 30 of its Produce Industry Leadership Program, a milestone marking three decades of cultivating the next generation of industry leaders. Sponsored by Corteva Agriscience, this prestigious program stands as the only ongoing leadership program dedicated to the fresh produce and floral industries. Since its inception in 1995, the program has shaped more than 350 graduates into influential changemakers across the global fresh supply chain.
Trendspotting: As SNAP crisis nears, industry mobilizes to fight hunger
The International Fresh Produce Association, along with Global Produce & Floral Show exhibitors, recently donated 226,227 pounds of fresh, quality produce to the local Orange County and Los Angeles community. Each year the donation occurs in the area in which the Global show takes place, but it takes on greater significance this year with the expiration of SNAP benefits looming tomorrow.
Latest ag tech a highlight of Organic Grower Summit
The Organic Grower Summit 2025 is set to feature cutting-edge solutions from industry leaders during the Ag Tech Networking Presentations and Reception on Wednesday, Dec. 3 at the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa. This year’s event will spotlight the latest advancements in AI, robotics, sustainable farming practices, equipment technologies and more.Highlighted exhibitors include:
Dole champions runners throughout November
Dole Food Co. is taking its mission to make the world a healthier place on the road this November, supporting three major endurance events from coast to coast: the TCS New York City Marathon (Nov. 2), the Monterey Bay Half Marathon (Nov. 9) and the Novant Health Charlotte Marathon (Nov. 15).
GLC Cerritos expects a season of promotions
With the expectation of a larger Mexico avocado crop than in past seasons, Oxnard, CA-based GLC Cerritos is anticipating a year of plentiful promotions at very affordable prices.
Ahold Delhaize to build new distribution center in North Carolina
Ahold Delhaize plans to build a state-of-the-art distribution center in North Carolina. As part of its Growing Together strategy, the retailer continues to invest in long-term infrastructure projects. This with the goal to build resilient and sustainable operating systems that can respond fluidly and at pace to changing customer needs and capture technological advancements.
Fyffes puts a spooky spin on pineapples this Halloween
Fyffes, a global pineapple and banana producer, is adding a spooky, tropical twist to Halloween by inviting consumers to carve lanterns out of pineapples instead of pumpkins.The Halloween lantern tradition began in Ireland, where turnips were originally used. When Irish immigrants brought the custom to America, pumpkins became the carving favorite. Now Fyffes is reviving the idea with a tropical twist.Working with retailers, Fyffes is encouraging shoppers to buy, carve and enjoy pineapples this Halloween.
Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association names new director of membership
The Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association has named Bryn Fussell as its new director of membership and the executive director of the Florida Specialty Crop Foundation. She replaces Sonia Tighe, who retired in September.
Pacific Trellis Fruit expands organization with talent and experience
Pacific Trellis Fruit/Dulcinea Farms has bolstered its ranks with industry veterans Russell Lamplugh, Roberto Van de Wyngard and Alex Rotan.