Each year, one rising star in the horticulture and plant sciences fields is recognized as the Paul Thomas Floriculture Production Intern of the Year for his or her exceptional performance during internships provided by the Vic & Margaret Ball Intern Scholarship Program administered through the American Floral Endowment.

Instacart has acquired Wynshop, a provider of e-commerce solutions for leading grocers and retailers, including Wakefern, Pattison and more than a dozen more across North America and abroad. By bringing together both organizations’ expertise and deep retailer relationships, Instacart aims to strengthen its enterprise solutions and empower more retailers to enhance their online experiences and further engage their customers.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has filed an administrative complaint against National Fruit Product Co. Inc. for alleged violations of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act. The company, operating from Virginia allegedly failed to make payment promptly to two produce sellers in the amount of $353,349 from September through December 2022.

Stop & Shop and Home Base are teaming up on Military Appreciation Month to inspire some meaningful meals that will benefit veterans. Stop & Shop will be selling The Home Base Cookbook for $15 across all Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut stores. All of the proceeds from the limited-edition book will go to Home Base, a national nonprofit dedicated to healing the invisible wounds of wars for veterans, service members and military families.

Warmer weather is here with those nice hot summer nights ahead. This is the time to clean up those grills and fire them up.

Besides grilling steaks and ribs, there are also some fresh vegetables that will roast very well. Grilled veggies are the perfect summer treat, especially around a gathering of  family and friends. Zucchini squash, asparagus, sweet corn, mushrooms and eggplant are only a few fresh vegetables suitable for the grill. Most items are in moderate demand with a steady market right now.

Whole Foods Market launched Beyond the Board, a new podcast storytelling series that spotlights different guests — from founders of major brands to up-and-coming suppliers as well as community leaders and policy makers — all working to nourish people and the planet. The premiere episode features Whole Foods Market CEO Jason Buechel in conversation with Cloud23 founder Brooklyn Peltz Beckham.