Lipman, which lays claim to being North America’s largest open-field tomato grower, has unveiled its newest proprietary round-variety tomato, the Crimson Queen.

Lipman, based in Immokalee, FL, has long been dedicated to research and development to produce high-quality and flavorful produce. The Crimson Queen features increased flavor and a bright red interior and is the latest variety to emerge from the work of Mark Barineau, director of seed development and research and development for Lipman.

In order to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer, all Big Y Supermarkets will be donating proceeds from their entire produce department as well as additional select products throughout the store to over 19 local breast cancer support groups throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut.

"Breast cancer affects thousands of women and many men each year," Donald D'Amour, Big Y chief executive officer, said in a press release. "We hope that this initiative will not only promote breast cancer awareness but also save lives through early detection and care."

Turbana Corp. announced the launch of "Growing Smiles, Sharing Goodness," a nationwide movement that aims to inspire Americans to live actively, eat healthy, get involved in their communities and ultimately care about the well-being of the world around them.

Seven Seas Miami, a division of the Tom Lange Co., announced the U.S. arrival of its first shipment of "Seven Seas" branded asparagus from Peru.

NatureSweet, which will be exhibiting at PMA Fresh Summit, has been selected as a finalist for the 2013 Produce Marketing Association Impact Award, which recognizes excellence in packaging. The innovative packaging used for NatureSweet Cherriots, a new product introduced to select markets in March 2013, landed the grower of premium fresh tomatoes among the finalists from more than 60 entries this year.

Market Fresh Produce, based in Nixa, MO, announced the promotion of JORDAN JACKSON to senior director of finance.