As any true fan knows, fresh guacamole is the ultimate game day must-have. That's why Avocados From Mexico has partnered with the College Football Playoff for the second year in a row to become the official avocado brand of the CFP. As the first produce brand to ever join forces with college football's national championship event, the brand is once again bringing shoppers big wins in their local stores with its new Always a Good Play campaign.

IMG Citrus has added Bekah McMurrain to its team as it continues to advance its strategic goals in the Southeast market.

Loblaw Cos. Ltd. plans to pilot a new concept, value-based no name store in three Ontario markets beginning in September. The no name store will help customers save up to 20 percent on everyday grocery and household essentials, by lowering operating costs and carrying only a targeted assortment of products.

G&R Farms is excited to be attending and exhibiting at Southern Innovations again this year and will be sending several from top leadership to exhibit and attend as many of the events as possible.

Paper, Pulp and Film is a family-owned paper converting business in Fresno, CA, dedicated to producing sustainable packaging solutions. This independent company specializes in a variety of paper boxes designed for the retail of fruits and vegetables.

The New York Apple Association is kicking off this year’s apple harvest by linking school districts with New York apple growers, shippers and foodservice distributors carrying New York apples. Many retail partners are excited to offer New York apples, making them easily accessible to schools.

“Apple harvest is happening a little earlier, and we couldn’t be more excited,” said Cynthia Haskins, president and CEO of the NYAA.