Chiquita Brands International Inc. and Fyffes plc have approved a revised agreement for the proposed combination of the companies. Under the terms of the amended agreement, Chiquita shareholders are expected to own approximately 59.6 percent of ChiquitaFyffes, an increase from 50.7 percent under the previous agreement.

Albert Ramirez has been named New Limeco's director of sales. He joins the company with more 25 years of produce experience already under his belt.

YOUNG HARRIS, GA — The Southeast Produce Council launched its new leadership program for women in produce with a reception Friday afternoon, Sept. 26, during the council's annual fall conference, Sept. 25-27 at Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa, here in the scenic mountains of north Georgia.

Agro Innova Co., based in Weston, FL, is “a leading company in the functional beverage industry,” founded by Joseph Montgomery III, whose family has been involved in cacao production for seven generations, according to a company press release.

Gourmet’s Finest, which has a strong reputation working with customers in the foodservice sector, is making its entrée into the retail market and plans to roll out new, unique mushroom packaging in September.

“We are now entering into the retail sector with a totally unique package and mushroom type,” Vice President of Marketing David Ranscht told The Produce News.

PLEASANTON, CA — The Fresh Produce & Floral Council held a membership luncheon meeting Sept. 25, here, featuring California Secretary of Agriculture Karen Ross as the keynote speaker.