SnapDragon apples gives runners dragon energy
SnapDragon apples, known for their crisp bite and bold flavor, are making strides beyond the produce aisle—this time on the running trails of Poland. Perfect Fruits Trade has partnered with Team Zabiegane Dni, the city of Warsaw's largest and most dynamic running club, whose name aptly translates to running in a hurry.
Simbe launch helps reduce shrink in fresh department
Simbe expanded its store intelligence capabilities tailored for fresh departments, delivering near real-time visibility into some of grocery’s most operationally complex and strategically important zones.
Babylon Micro-Farms among America’s fastest-growing private companies
Babylon Micro-Farms is No. 1009 on the annual Inc. 5000 list, a prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. The list provides a data-driven snapshot of the most successful companies within independent, entrepreneurial businesses.
Born in Jersey, bred for flavor: Rutgers reveals a sweet new tomato
After nearly a decade of painstaking research, a new tomato variety is ready for its moment in the sun.
Ontario government invests $41M in water infrastructure to safeguard Leamington greenhouses
On Aug. 11 in Niagara Falls, Minister Surma and Minister Jones announced a $41 million investment to upgrade water and irrigation systems in the Municipality of Leamington. This allocation is part of a broader $94 million commitment to the Niagara Region through the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program’s Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund.
Coltrópicos adds avocado pulp production line
Coltrópicos, a leading Colombian agroindustrial company known for its high-quality fresh fruit exports, announced the launch of its new avocado pulp production line, set to begin operations in the last quarter of 2025.
The Raley’s Cos. elevates executives to key leadership roles in sales and merchandising
The Raley’s Cos. announce the promotion of two accomplished leaders, Jessica Blakely and Faith Garrard, to senior roles overseeing sales and merchandising across the organization’s diverse banners. These appointments reflect The Raley’s Cos.’ commitment to operational excellence, customer-focused innovation and developing talent from within.
Jessica Blakely named vice president of sales and merchandising for Bashas’ Family of stores
California Ag industry leader dies at 77
Jonathan W. Field, who served as manager of the California Tree Fruit Agreement for over a decade, led the Walnut Bargaining Association and served as the compliance officer for the California and Arizona Leafy Greens Marketing Agreements and the California Cantaloupe Advisory BoardField, 77, died peacefully Aug.
Zespri’s SunGold and Green kiwifruit receives Good Housekeeping’s 2025 Best Snack Award
Zespri’s SunGold and Green kiwifruit are the perfect snack for the back-to-school season. Recognized by Good Housekeeping’s 2025 Best Snack Award for the fifth consecutive year, Zespri’s SunGold Kiwifruit excelled in both nutrition and taste by retail dietitians, culinary pros and at-home testers.
Albertsons Cos. encourages customers to help stay protected and earn grocery savings with seasonal immunizations
Albertsons Co. Inc. pharmacies are making it easier and more rewarding than ever for customers to help protect their health this respiratory virus season.