As the scorching summer heat begins to blanket the land, the anticipation for the sweet, refreshing taste of watermelon surges. What better way to celebrate this beloved summer fruit than with a retail merchandising contest that not only engages stores but also delights customers?

Traditionally held from July to August, this year’s contest is moving the date up to June through August, extending the excitement and maximizing the season’s potential.

Concord Foods announced a dynamic partnership with Tajín seasonings, showcasing an innovative Tropical Smoothie Recipe and Strawberry Smoothie Recipe featuring Tajín seasonings.

Sunny Valley International is a shipper and full-service marketing company specializing in imported and domestic fruit sales, most notably its long-standing South Carolina and New Jersey stone fruit and East Coast blueberry programs.

The company’s South Carolina peach program is a cornerstone of the business, and its peaches go directly to retail, supporting customers up and down the East Coast and into the Midwest.

Training on the Food Safety Modernization Act was a focal part of the most recent activities of the 2024 Eastern Produce Council Leadership Class. The FSMA seminar was held on April 30, prior to the general EPC membership meeting at Top Golf in Edison, NJ.

Do you know what obsolete means? It means something is no longer useful and is outmoded. Any given program, when in operation, is obsolete.

I’ve heard people say, “If it works, don’t fix it” or “Stick to what works and don’t change a thing.” To me, that’s old mind set thinking. Today, you have to always look toward making everything better. Just consider all the software update notices we keep getting on our devices. It’s all about revision.

During this year’s Viva Fresh the Texas International Produce Association celebrated the vibrant spirit of the fresh produce industry while also paying tribute in memoriam to Texas produce icon Craig Fox of Fox Packaging.