A new chapter is beginning at MBG Marketing as Brian Bocock steps in as CEO, effective Nov. 1. Bocock is a lifelong grower, innovator and respected leader, with roots that run deep in the blueberry fields.

The Southeast Produce Council has unveiled an inspiring speaker lineup for its upcoming annual conference, Southern Exposure: From Fields to Families, taking place Feb. 26–March 1 at the Orlando World Center Marriott in Orlando, FL.

Food Lion’s annual Gala apple bag campaign provided the equivalent of more than 13.8 million meals to local families experiencing food insecurity. This year’s total marks the campaign’s second-largest number of meals provided since it began in 2014.

CMI Orchards is unveiling a bold, multi-faceted approach to advancing regenerative agriculture and transparent environmental leadership across the tree fruit industry. Anchored by its impact-driven platform CMI SOARS — Sustainable Orchards and Regenerative Solutions — and the launch of its consumer-facing brand Planet Positive, CMI is setting new standards for measurable sustainability to drive real, environmental and commercial value.

Meet Delaware Valley Floral Group’s plant-based, biobased, low carbon footprint, high performance foam suited for every kind of floral design: OASIS Renewal floral foam.

The International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce & Floral Show has come to an end after three transformative days for fresh produce and floral. The show attracted attendees from more than 50 countries, and a record number of more than 3,500 buyers engaged with the almost 1,100 exhibiting companies on the show floor. This year’s show had the largest representative of global retailers ever.

 “A heartfelt thank you to our exhibitors, sponsors, volunteers, and guests for joining us in Anaheim,” said IFPA CEO Cathy Burns. “I can't wait for Orlando in 2026!"