We have experienced various storms throughout major growing areas during the past six months. There have been hurricanes, colder temperatures, wind and recently atmospheric rivers flowing through California. This has caused flooded farmlands, soggy fields, delayed harvests and crop damage. Many items were impacted, which has slowed production and created shortages. Still, our suppliers always come through with the product for retailers in order to keep the consumers satisfied.

Oppy, a leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce from around the world, has joined forces with table grape owner, grower, packer and shipper Sun Grape USA to establish Sun Grape California.

The Southeast Produce Council announced this year's Vorhees Vision Scholarship recipients: Avery White, daughter of Johnny and Melanie White of Shuman Farms; Kaylee Nelsen, daughter of Sean Nelsen of Fowler Packing; and Emma Jackson, daughter of Rob Jackson of Red Sun Farms.

Wonderful Pistachios today celebrates the launch of Jalapeño Lime as its newest fiery flavor joining Wonderful’s award-winning No Shells lineup. These spicy-but-not-too-spicy pistachios are the perfect balance of Jalapeño pepper, sea salt and a tangy twist of lime that offers the perfect guilt-free, great tasting snack.

Selecta one acquired 100 percent of Moraglia ́s breeding program and integrates Dr. Carlo Moraglia into the Selecta breeding team. The acquisition includes the complete breeding program of carnation cut flowers and other related species from dianthus family as of Jan. 1 this year. Carlo Moraglia will not only bring his breeding expertise to the team but will also play a crucial role in facilitating a seamless transition.

United Natural Foods Inc. concluded its first comprehensive product and solution regional selling show last week, reinforcing its customer- and supplier-focused strategy. The show featured UNFI’s complete range of natural, conventional, fresh and organic products and total store solutions, all focused on supporting UNFI’s western region customers.