IFPA announces board of directors slate for 2026
The International Fresh Produce Association announced the slate of new officers and directors for the 2026 IFPA board of directors. These volunteer leaders will be confirmed by a ballot shared with membership and begin its board service at the 2025 Global Fresh Produce & Floral Show, Oct. 16-18, in Anaheim, CA.
New fall salad kits from Dole Fresh Vegetables/Bud Antle explore flavor territories
Dole Fresh Vegetables/Bud Antle, manufacturer of Dole Brand packaged salads, continues to redefine what consumers expect from packaged salads with
Indoor farming leaders unite to build a national powerhouse
80 Acres Farms and Soli Organic announced a strategic merger to form one of the world’s largest and most advanced indoor farming networks, bringing together decades of leadership in indoor farming.
Bako Sweet kicks off first Game Day promotion to help retailers win big on fall sales
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North American Produce Buyers expecting strong fall season for blueberries, grapes and stone fruit
North American Produce Buyers, located at the Ontario Food Terminal in Toronto, has been a trusted importer and wholesaler of international produce, serving Canadian food retailers for more than 50 years.
With the fall season ahead, the company is gearing up for what it hopes will be a strong season for blueberries, grapes and stone fruit.
New Whole Foods Market in Reston, VA, now open
Whole Foods Market opened a new 46,711-square-foot store, located at 1861 Fountain Drive in Reston, VA. The new location replaces the longstanding Reston store (11660 Plaza America Drive), which has served the community since 1996.
NEPC Expo showcases growth in produce
The New England Produce Council hosted its annual Produce, Floral & Food Service Expo on Aug. 18-19, at Encore Boston Harbor in Everett, MA. The event brought together produce, floral and food service professionals for two days. Attendees explored a trade show floor showcasing the latest products while engaging in discussions on industry trends shaping the future of fresh.
Carpinteria’s Florabundance featured on national TV in World’s Greatest!...
Carpinteria-based Florabundance, a cornerstone of the Central Coast’s floral industry, is proud to be featured in the national television series World’s Greatest!... (Season 24, Episode 398). Produced by How 2 Media and broadcast on Bloomberg TV, the full length episode celebrates Florabundance’s role in bringing the beauty of flowers from Carpinteria to floral professionals across the United States.
Ben B. Schwartz & sons continues growth in Canada
Ben B. Schwartz & Sons, a mainstay on the Michigan Produce Terminal led by fourth-generation owners Jake and Drew Billmeyer, has a distribution network that reaches most of the United States and into Canada.