Brighter Bites, a national nonprofit that delivers fresh fruits and vegetables directly into families’ hands, has launched its first program season at its 12th location in Las Cruces, NM.

The 2024 IFPA Consumer Connection Conference was a success as retailers, marketers, influencers and foodservice professionals met to discuss opportunities to increase produce consumption. Opportunities for education and networking abounded at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass in sunny Phoenix.

Healthy Family Project announced the appointment of Aimee Smith as the director of partnerships and account development. Aimee brings over a decade of experience in the agriculture industry and a wealth of business development, strategic partnerships, and project management knowledge to her new role.  

In its latest effort to enrich lives in the community it serves, Midwest retailer Meijer announced a $3 million donation today to the Joan Secchia Children's Rehabilitation Hospital, a joint partnership between Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation and Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital. The donation will help fund the construction of this new facility, bringing more innovative care for young patients who have experienced a life-changing injury or illness.

As one of the largest berry growers in the world, Naturipe Farms knows that every action it takes in its growing, packing, and distribution processes provides an opportunity to minimize its environmental impact. That’s why on Earth Day, Naturipe celebrated a storied legacy of leadership in sustainability and took actions that prioritized the planet. 

The Michigan asparagus season is underway and this fan favorite is arriving in stores about a week earlier than normal due to warmer winter. Currently, volume is on track with thick and tender asparagus ready to take center stage on plates and in bowls nationwide.