Produce industry to shine during National Fruits & Veggies Month
The Foundation for Fresh Produce invited the produce industry to join it this September as the nonprofit organization kicks off its sixth annual National Fruits & Veggies Month. This month-long celebration of everyone’s favorite plants — fruits and veggies — has reached millions of consumers each year.
West Pak Avocado introduces innovative packaging
West Pak Avocado has launched its new Nutritional bag. This innovative, slightly whimsical packaging is more than just a way to package fruit; it was developed with today’s health-conscious shopper in mind, bringing educational storytelling directly to the retail shelf.
JOH hosts post-show party at 25th annual NEPC Expo
EVERETT, MA — JOH, a leading independent food broker based in Billerica, MA, held a customer appreciation reception Aug. 19 at Mystique Asian Restaurant and Lounge following the close of the 25th annual New England Produce Council Expo, held at the Encore Boston Harbor.
NEPC celebrates 25th anniversary at its annual expo
BOSTON — The New England Produce Council Inc. proudly celebrated the 25th anniversary of its Produce, Floral & Food Service Expo with a sold-out event at the Encore Boston Harbor Resort, here. What began in 1999 as a small trade show at the former Bayside Expo Center has grown into a premier industry gathering, bringing together produce professionals, floral leaders and foodservice innovators from across the region.
New York Apple Association names new chairman of the board
The New York Apple Association has named Thomas Coene as chairman of the board, and Kristen DeMarree has been named vice president. NYAA also announced Domenic Porpiglia and Jenna Roberts-Bruning as newly appointed board members.
USDA files action against California company for $277K PACA violations
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has filed an administrative complaint against Anusaya Fresh United States LLC. The company, operating from California, allegedly failed to make payment promptly to 11 produce sellers in the amount of $277,471.50 from March 2024 through September 2024 in violation of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act.
GrubMarket expands AI Orders Agent
GrubMarket announced a major upgrade to AI Orders, its AI Ordering Agent within the GrubMarket AI suite. AI Orders now includes the Multi-Format Document Processor, a powerful new feature that transforms how distributors handle purchase orders.
Westerlay Orchids’ new offerings at the IFPA’s Global Produce and Floral Show
Orchids are more than beautiful flowers.
Tops commits to helping families eat at home together more often during national Family Meals Month
With an aim to inspire families to eat at home together more often, Tops Markets is celebrating National Family Meals Month in September, encouraging customers to share one more meal together each per week at home, and highlighting simple, healthy meal solutions in nearly every aisle, every day.
Natural Grocers showcases organic fruit in Meet Your Farmer series
Natural and organic retailer Natural Grocers is promoting a new short film in its Meet Your Farmer series: The Fruits of Our Journey.