CHARLOTTE, NC — The Southeast Produce Council welcomed the fresh produce industry to its annual Southern Innovations conference and trade show Sept. 10-13, combining many of its popular traditional events with some new and exciting features.

The world is changing rapidly, and those who adapt, grow. WNL Horti Insulation, a specialist in innovative sandwich panels for the horticultural and industrial sectors, is effectively responding to these changes. With a broad portfolio, a growing number of international projects, and a strong focus on customized solutions, WNL has firmly established itself within the industry.

Market Basket has named Donald T. Mulligan, its longtime chief financial officer, as interim CEO following last week's firing of then-CEO Arthur T. Demoulas. Mulligan has worked for the retailer for the past 42 years.

U.S. Customs & Border Protection officers at World Trade Bridge soured a hard narcotics smuggling attempt, seizing $16 million in alleged methamphetamine hidden in a mango shipment. 

With the 2025 harvest underway, Bard Valley Natural Delights is forecasting a return to more typical volumes while doubling down on organics and introducing innovation with its Tajín-seasoned Medjool dates.

While Crunch Time Apple Growers’ signature SnapDragon and RubyFrost apples are available nationwide, the group continues to seek opportunities to gain new fans of the apples through sampling.

That includes potential retail buyers, and Crunch Time sees the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce & Floral Show as a prime event to share the apples.