Major League Baseball spring training first took place in the 1870s when the Cincinnati Red Stockings and Chicago White Stockings opened up camps in New Orleans. By 1900, spring training became a normal routine among all the teams.

United Natural Foods Inc. wrapped up its second Spring & Summer Show of the year in Orlando, FL, this week. Over the two-day event, the company hosted more than 3,300 customers from UNFI’s U.S. east and central regions. They connected with UNFI’s extensive community of suppliers from across North America, who were offering a wide range of conventional, fresh, natural, and organic products as well as retail solutions for the total store.

Bard Valley Natural Delights, a prominent player in the date industry, is reinforcing its commitment to aligning with the principles of Ramadan, emphasizing mindful consumption and fostering generosity. Bridgette Weber, trade marketing manager for Bard Valley Natural Delights, underscored the company’s dedication to sustainability and community well-being during this holy month.

Delta Fresh was seeing limited supply through January on some of its key winter items, but company officials are expecting relief in the coming weeks.

SCOTTSDALE, AZ — The 109th annual National Watermelon Convention, aka the annual “Watermelon Family Reunion,” kicked off Feb. 21 with an opening reception, here, at the We-Ko-Pa casino resort, drawing attendees from across the country. The reception was held at nearby Fort McDowell Adventures and offered a number of western activities with the beautiful Arizona desert in the backdrop. A guest appearance by NASCAR legend and watermelon industry supporter Ross Chastain was a highlight of the evening.

Weis Markets promoted Mike Umstead to vice president of talent development and associate relations. Prior to his promotion, he worked as the company’s director of field human resources. He succeeds Bob Cline who is retiring.