The Mexican avocado industry is leading the agricultural sector with its commitment to a binding federal conservation agreement that aims to ensure all produce exports will be deforestation-free by 2030. 

Shoppers at Tops Friendly Markets can now use their NationsBenefits Benefits Mastercard Prepaid Card at all Tops locations to purchase fresh produce, pantry staples and over‑the‑counter wellness essentials with each transaction validated in real time by NationsBenefits’ Basket Adjudication Service.

Veg Fresh Farms started a modest fall program focused on traditional carving pumpkins about five years ago. Today, that program has rapidly expanded into a robust and diversified offering, distinguishing itself with unique heirloom varieties and custom-tailored mix-and-match bins designed to meet evolving consumer demand.

Continental Floral Greens has introduced its debut of Dahlias grown in the Pacific Northwest. Known for their vibrant colors and intricate forms, Dahlias are beloved as one of summer’s most expressive flowers. This debut marks an important step in its mission to bring new products to market that highlight innovation through Mother Nature.

Building on the accreditation status it received in July from the United Nations Environment Programme, the International Fresh Produce Association advocated on behalf of its membership and the global produce and floral community at the recent UN global plastics pollution treaty in Geneva, Switzerland, with IFPA Chief Science Officer Max Teplitski representing the organization. 

The Allen Lund Co. promoted Paul Ellis to assistant general manager of the Memphis office.

Ellis graduated from the University of Memphis in 2008. He began his career in the supply chain industry by working with other transportation brokers before joining the Allen Lund Co. in 2017 as a broker in training. Since then, he has advanced through the ranks to broker, senior transportation broker and operations manager.