Further establishing itself as a premium and stemsational branded vegetable, Bimi Baby Broccoli is sponsoring this year’s James Beard Awards, taking place June 16 in Chicago. Already beloved by chefs around the world, Bimi now takes center stage in the U.S., where some of the country’s most discerning culinary professionals will experience its unmatched quality and flavor.

Richard Uchida has joined Ippolito International's sales team as a sales and commodity manager.

Uchida brings over three decades of fresh produce experience, with sales and commodity management roles at Markon, Sunkist, Dole Fresh Vegetables, Tanimura & Antle and Duda Farms.

"Rich is a true 'produce veteran' as we like to say in our industry," said Dan Canales, senior vice president of sales, marketing and processing. "His experience working with different produce commodities will add strength to our group."

When it comes to blueberries, the consumer wants everything: Great taste, excellent quality and just about anything else that might create a better eating experience.

Floriexpo 2025 brought together floral professionals from across the supply chain June 4-6 for three vibrant days of connection, education and innovation in Fort Lauderdale, FL. With a robust schedule of trend-forward sessions, hands-on product discovery and curated networking events, the show provided attendees with fresh insights into consumer behavior, design inspiration and business strategy.

When does summer really start? Some people say it begins when the school year ends and runs until the Labor Day holiday. Scientists tell us that the meteorological summer season starts June 1, lasts for three months and ends on Sept. 1. But to set the record straight in astronomical terms, summer actually starts on either June 20 or the 21 in the Northern Hemisphere and Dec. 21 or 22 in the Southern Hemisphere.

New Jersey blueberry growers benefited from the perfect conditions needed during the winter and spring to harvest a full crop of the bigger, better, more flavorful berries your customers crave all year long. Your customers know Jersey Fresh blueberries will provide the flavor and size they desire, and we are happy to report that Jersey Fresh blueberries will be ready for your shelves starting early June into August. Jersey Fresh blueberries provide excellent marketing opportunities for retailers each summer.