Oppy’s citrus category shines with global diversity, peak season quality
With import citrus at its seasonal peak, Oppy’s category continues to deliver premium quality and consistency from a deeply diversified global network of trusted growers.
Market Minute: West Coast heat could pressure produce markets
The heat in the western growing areas has recently been very intense with temperatures in California's Central Valley reaching into the 100s. This can become threatening to some major crops and cause heat stress on fruits and vegetables.
Apeel sues Green Smoothie Girl for defamation
Apeel Sciences filed a lawsuit last week against wellness influencer Robyn Openshaw and her company GreenSmoothieGirl.com Inc., accusing them of waging a years’ long disinformation campaign intended to harm Apeel’s business and reputation.
The lawsuit asserts claims for false advertising under the Lanham Act; defamation; trade libel; disparagement of perishable agricultural products; tortious interference with business relationships; and unfair and deceptive trade practices.
Nickey Gregory Co. spreading the word on new retail support division
Nickey Gregory Co., which sits on the Atlanta State Farmer’s Market, is a go-to fresh produce distributor, repacker and processor, offering overnight delivery throughout the Southeast.
Optimistic and prepared, Consalo Family Farms heads into the fall season
Officials at Consalo Family Farms are rolling up their sleeves and getting ready for the big fall produce season that is about to kick off.
The Vineland, NJ-based operation is combining continued investment, stronger and more direct marketing programs and expansion to continue its long record of success.
The Pete Garcia Co. and Seaman Paper Co. join forces
The Pete Garcia Co. has entered into an exclusive agreement with Seaman Paper Co. for the Wholesale Floral marketplace. The companies are pleased to launch together the SatinWrap Floral line - across North America, Hawaii, Mexico, Colombia the Caribbean and Ecuador for the wholesale floral & grower marketplace.
Bland Farms: Innovation through the generations
At this year’s Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Innovations, Bland Farms will spotlight its Premium Sweet Onions alongside the innovations and sustainable practices that continue to shape its leadership in the category.
Hy-Vee mourns 'produce rock star' Tom Crall
Tom Crall, category manager of produce at Hy-Vee, died unexpectedly on Sept. 1. Mr. Crall spent the last 34 years with the retailer.
Pear harvest under way, yields 60 percent above last year
Pear orchards in the Pacific Northwest are a hum of activity, as the 2025 harvest is officially under way. A relatively mild winter and favorable overall growing conditions have contributed to what USA Pears anticipates will be a bountiful crop, with yields exceeding last year's harvest by an estimated 60 percent.
Mission Produce promoting year-round avocado programs
Mission Produce Inc. will showcase its year-round avocado programs and highlight Mexico’s upcoming supply at Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong, China, Sept. 3-5.