The recent announcement that the U.S. Department of Commerce plans to withdraw from the 2019 agreement suspending the antidumping investigation on fresh tomatoes from Mexico has prompted reaction from sides of the border.

The investigation dates back to April 1996, when Commerce sought to establish whether imports of fresh tomatoes from Mexico were being sold in the United States at less than fair value.

Later that year, an agreement was reached between Commerce and certain growers/exporters of tomatoes that led to the suspension of the investigation.

For the fourth consecutive year, Schnuck Markets Inc. has been selected as a 2025 US Best Managed Company. Sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies, and “Gold Winner” status is awarded to companies who have received the honor for at least four years.

The Giumarra Cos. opened its new office location in Scottsdale, AZ. This marks Giumarra’s second location in the state and supports the company’s continued growth and operational efficiency.

Dashan Dookhu is Stemilt's newest addition to its marketing team. With more than three decades of experience in the produce industry, the company's new East Coast merchandising manager brings a wealth of knowledge, passion and creativity to support its continued growth and retail success across the eastern U.S. and Canada.

The Kroger Co. is seeking to hire new associates for opportunities that enhance the customer experience in roles such as cashiers, baggers, deli bakery clerks, pharmacy technicians and Kroger delivery drivers.

The North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission Executive Director Michelle Grainger, alongside Linwood Scott III, co-owner of Scott Farms, and Linwood Vick, partner and general manager of Vick Family Farms, have been named in the North Carolina 2025 Business Power List as Agriculture Honorees. Their leadership and contributions to North Carolina's agriculture industry have set benchmarks for innovation, sustainability and community impact.