The National Watermelon Association announced a new partnership with JPH Law Firm, establishing an ongoing resource to help NWA members navigate the complexities of H-2A and other labor policies, laws and regulations.

Labor challenges continue to be one of the most pressing concerns for the agricultural industry, particularly as regulatory requirements evolve. This partnership ensures that NWA members have direct access to reliable legal counsel to help them remain compliant and informed.

Bozzuto's hosted this year's The Big Expo March 4-5 in Uncasville, CT. For the fourth year the event was held at Mohegan Sun. Produce vendors from all over the country were on hand to display their latest products at the two-day event, which provides a venue for those in the industry to network, learn about the latest trends and take advantage of on-site show exclusive deals.

Bozzuto's, headquartered in Cheshire, CT, is a total service wholesale distributor of food and household products to retailers in New England, New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

What do retailers and suppliers want from their pallet supplier?

The answer, according to officials at iGPS, is the industry wants reliable pallet availability and hassle-free management to generate both maximum profits and the seamless operation of their businesses.

Danziger’s LIA Abstract Lemon Cherry Calibrachoa, recent National Garden Bureau’s Green Thumb Award winner, showcases how breeding innovations provide benefits to growers.

Tom Hughes Sr., the founder of EarthFresh (formerly known as Mackay and Hughes) died Feb. 28. He was 89. Mr. Hughes' lifelong passion for the produce industry began in 1963 when he and his business partner, Dave MacKay, established a potato brokerage office at the Ontario Food Terminal. They distributed potatoes shipped primarily by rail from Prince Edward Island, laying the foundation for what would become a thriving business.

Del Fresco Pure added organic seedless English cucumbers to its line of organic produce.