Ocean Mist Farms unveiled its latest innovation — Heartichokes — at the New York Produce Show last week to tremendous anticipation and acclaim.

“We were thrilled to launch our first-of-its-kind ‘Heartichokes’ at the New York Produce Show,” said Ocean Mist Farms President and CEO Chris Drew. “Inspired by our ‘No Shame in a Shortcut’ rebranded Roastables line, these tender baby artichoke quarters are ready to cook right out of the package and are sure to elevate any meal.”

This holiday season, Bolthouse Fresh Foods is excited to spread joy with the launch of its festive “Are You Reindeer Ready?” social campaign, exclusively on Bolthouse Fresh Facebook and Instagram. Crafted to help kids feel connected to Santa’s reindeer, the campaign runs throughout December, inspiring families to make Bolthouse Fresh carrots a part of their holiday traditions, preparing everyone for Santa’s big night.

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas held its Annual Membership Meeting the first Tuesday of November, bringing members together to reflect on a year marked by active advocacy, strong industry engagement and continued growth.

The meeting offered FPAA members the opportunity to review accomplishments, discuss strategic priorities, and elect new leadership for the upcoming term.

1-800-Flowers.com has named delphinium as its 2026 Flower of the Year and the Money Tree as its 2026 Plant of the Year. The company’s ninth annual selections highlight botanicals that embody themes of elevation and grounding, reflecting cultural mood and design movements expected to define the year ahead.

The California Table Grape Commission and the Central California Food Bank collaborated in October on a two-week donation campaign that raised more than $60,000 to support food distributions in Fresno, Kern and Tulare counties.

Publix Super Markets Charities is donating $15 million to more than 300 nonprofit organizations throughout the Southeast that focus on housing and shelter services, including Habitat for Humanity affiliates.

Since 2015, PSMC has contributed over $69 million to initiatives that build homes and provide transitional housing and emergency shelter in Publix’s operating area.