Drought conditions in Mexico’s main avocado-growing region in Michoacan that have hampered fruit size and volume the past couple of years eased this past summer, giving La Bonanza a positive outlook for the season ahead. “As we stand on the threshold of a new growing season, we are encouraged by early signs of substantially higher volume compared to the past two seasons,” said Valeria Villaseñor, vice president at La Bonanza. “We enter this season with optimism, ready to channel our full efforts into delivering exceptional results.” Villaseñor said La Bonanza is a multi-generational company

Grubhub and Instacart are teaming up to bring a wider selection of grocers to Grubhub’s customers. Through this new partnership, Grubhub customers can order from Instacart’s network of more than a thousand national, regional and local grocery retailers directly through Grubhub’s app and website. The experience is hosted on Grubhub’s platform, and orders are fulfilled and delivered by Instacart shoppers. The experience began rolling out on Grubhub this week and will be available nationwide where Instacart grocery retailers and services are available by the end of October. Customers will also

Dole Food Co. announced a groundbreaking new partnership with Minecraft, the world’s most popular video game, to inspire healthier lifestyles through interactive play, education and fruit-fueled fun. Launching this month, the multi-phase global campaign marks the first time Dole will debut a marketing initiative simultaneously across North America and Europe. At the heart of this partnership is the shared vision of enabling all generations to be healthier. The campaign, called “Make the World a Healthier Place,” will run from October 2025 through March 2026 in the U.S., Canada, Germany, Italy

Stemilt is celebrating a milestone in advancing employee wellness this year with the 10th anniversary of its on-site family health clinic, implemented in 2015. Stemilt Director of People Experience Zach Williams said the Stemilt Family Clinic has played a vital role in supporting the health and well-being of Stemilt’s workforce and their families and shares new results of its impact over time. “The clinic is one of the most impactful investments we’ve made in our people,” said Williams. “The Stemilt Family Clinic’s accessible model has led to strong results, particularly in managing chronic

Red Sun Farms generated major excitement at the International Fresh Produce Association Global Produce & Floral Show this year, delighting retail partners and new customers alike with fresh innovations in both the tomato and cucumber categories. “IFPA was a tremendous success for our team,” said Carlos Visconti, CEO of Red Sun Farms. “We believe this success reflects not only our ability to deliver a consistent, year-round supply but also our ongoing commitment to bringing true innovation to our retail partners.” Innovation Highlights Empress Purple Tomato This striking new tomato variety

The New York Apple Association will again serve as an official sponsor of the 54th TCS New York City Marathon, providing New York state-grown apples at the finish line, at several related events and to race volunteers. More than 50,000 runners are expected to complete the 26.2-mile course. Joel Crist of Crist Bros Orchards Inc. will be featured in a half-hour special segment airing on ABC7 on Saturday, Nov. 1, titled “Countdown to the Starting Line.” The segment, filmed in the orchard, includes Crist giving television producers a behind-the-scenes tour and sharing insights into apple