Spice World, a leading producer of garlic and other spices and herbs, is 100 percent vertically integrated with its own seed program.

Louis Hymel, director of purchasing and marketing for the Orlando, FL-based company said it has offered an organic line for over a decade.

“Our organic line includes a variety of sizes, packages and value-added garlic,” said Hymel. “We offer bulk, fresh in cello or mesh bags, peeled, ready-to-use jarred garlic and, of course, our now very popular ‘Squeeze Garlic,’ all in both conventional and organic options.”

In anticipation of the competition between Boise State Broncos and Air Force Academy Falcons at BSU Bronco Stadium on Friday, Sept. 13, teams representing Boise State ROTC and nearby Mountain Home Air Force Base will come together in a fierce but friendly battle in the second “Grill-Off” sponsored by USA Onions.

WASHINGTON — There had never been a public or private entity that brings together the agri-food sector to focus exclusively on food traceability issues until today, when a coalition of industry trade associations, along with the Food & Drug Administration, joined together to create the Global Food Traceability Center.

WEST ORANGE, NJ — The Eastern Produce Council returned from its summer hiatus Sept. 10 with a meeting at the Manor, here, sponsored by the Idaho Potato Commission and Dole Fresh Vegetables.

Following a cocktail hour that allowed friends and business associates to reconnect, the sponsors gave interactive presentations that engaged the gathering of produce professionals in attendance.

WEST ORANGE, NJ — The Eastern Produce Council returned from its summer hiatus Sept. 10 with a meeting at the Manor, here, sponsored by the Idaho Potato Commission and Dole Fresh Vegetables. Also in attendance at the meeting were the members of the Eastern Produce Council's new Women's Leadership Committee, which held its first meeting prior to the EPC dinner.

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Daniel F. (Bud) Roche, retired co-founder and chairman of the board of Roche Bros. and Sudbury Farms Supermarkets, as well as founder of Hans Kissle Salad Co., died Sept. 4. Mr. Roche, a veteran sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corp., was 85 at the time of his death.

Rick and Ed Roche, Mr. Roche's nephews and the current owners of Roche Bros., announced his death to employees in a statement: “With deep sadness, we regret to personally inform you of the passing of our dear uncle, Bud Roche. His loss is immeasurable to our family and our company.