The FDA and CDC, in collaboration with state and local partners, are investigating a multistate outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections linked to peaches, plums and nectarines that were distributed nationwide and sold at Publix, Walmart and Sam’s Club, and Albertsons Co. banners. To date there have been 10 hospitalizations and one death related to the outbreak.

In this season of giving food to those in need, Big Y’s annual Sack Hunger campaign provides funds for the four food banks within its two-state marketing area. In turn, these food banks support local soup kitchens, food pantries, senior food programs, day care centers and many others of the 2,100-member agencies that they assist every day.

R.C. Hatton Inc. has long been committed to providing high-quality produce and sugar cane from farm-to-table thanks to a top-notch team approach, which understands the importance of the future while being focused on today.

Brian Lorenz has been named The Giant Co.'s vice president of omnichannel fresh merchandising and Kathy Sweigert has been named vice president of the Mid-Atlantic division. Lorenz will report directly to John Ruane, president of The Giant Co., while Sweigert will report directly to Dave Lessard, senior vice president of operations, customer experience and perishable distribution.

Southern Specialties has a produce portfolio that includes asparagus, baby squash, baby carrots and other baby vegetables, as well as broccolettes and clipped greens — all available under the company’s Southern Selects label.