With the possible exception of being on a golf course with other clients, Kurt Zuhlke said he is always ready, willing and able to talk to existing and potential customers about the state of the packaging business. The long-time president and CEO of Zuhlke & Associates noted that there is a lot to discuss these days.

Ahhh… the most wonderful (and busiest) time of the year is here! Retailers everywhere are gearing up for the holiday frenzy, and the produce industry is no exception. In the mad dash before Thanksgiving, consumers snapped up a jaw-dropping 50 million pounds of sweet potatoes, according to the National Grocers Association.

Mrs. Kringle, or as many know her, Mrs. Claus warns readers that Christmas may be canceled if Santa doesn’t lose some weight! Bob for Apples from New York reports the exclusive story.

Bob, adorned with all the wearable trappings of the holiday season, was preparing for his virtual news story when he received an urgent call from Mrs. Claus from the North Pole with an important message for the children of the world.

Genpro, a leading provider of transportation and logistics services to the fresh produce industry, is celebrating 35 years in business and eyeing future growth.

Rob Goldstein, president and founder of the Rutherford, NJ-based company, met with The Produce News to discuss the history of the company, the reasons behind its success and his vision for the future of Genpro.

Baldor Specialty Foods is one of the largest importers and distributors of fresh produce and specialty foods in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic regions. Come December, the company will be heading to the New York Produce Show to prove to attendees why they are so strong and continue to grow every year.