After a somewhat difficult start to the year, Collotti & Sons Inc. is looking ahead to improved business conditions as the spring season unfolds, relying on its long-standing customer relationships and steady approach to navigate ongoing challenges.

Last month BJ’s Wholesale Club opened its first club in Texas, and now the company is up to four locations in the state. After the retailer's Forney store opened April 24, it followed up with openings in Fort Worth and Waxahachie on May 8, and now BJ's will open in Grand Prairie on May 15.

Headquartered in Marlborough, MA, the company currently operates 266 clubs in 22 states. 

Moonlight Cos. recognized Ben Clay, a founding member of its sales team, as he marks 30 years with the company. During that time, the California stone fruit industry transformed from a market of over 200 shippers into a category dominated by a small number of scaled operators, with Moonlight emerging as a leading supplier.

Western Growers unveiled the details behind its three-year, $1.5 million partnership with on-farm agtech robotics innovation center Reservoir Farms, a commitment that gives WG members and affiliated startups exclusive access and opportunities for robotics field trials.

As M. Levin & Co. Inc. celebrates its 120th anniversary in 2026, the Philadelphia-based distributor is balancing its long-standing legacy with a forward-looking strategy centered on growth, innovation and adapting to evolving market conditions.

As diesel prices continue to soar, it was inevitable that freight charges and produce department prices would soon feel the impact. Produce directors are now expressing concern that already-slim profit margins will face even greater obstacles as costs climb. Increasing retail prices amid strained consumer food budgets could further limit spending and change shopping habits.