G&R Farms, a third-generation premier Vidalia onion grower in southeast Georgia, promoted two senior team members, Steven Shuman and Cliff Riner, to executive-level management.

Shuman joined G&R Farms in 2016 and has been instrumental in the business development and customer service of G&R’s sweet onion programs. He began with the company as sales manager and later director of sales. With his latest promotion, Shuman will be serving as the general manager and vice president of sales.

This delicious recipe from Prime Time showcases the bright and fresh flavors of asparagus paired with lemon, parmesan and pasta. Rich in vitamins, asparagus is a nutritious addition to any meal — and the flavorful focus of this recipe. Enjoy its crisp texture and earthy taste in this easy-to-make dish.

Superfresh Growers had a busy year of giving back in 2022. The team gave 117 hours of company-sponsored volunteer time back to the community.

At the beginning of 2021, Superfresh Growers announced that it would be adding company-sponsored volunteer hours as an employee benefit and a way to give back to the community.

Albertsons Cos. Inc. launched Sincerely Health, a digital health and wellness platform now accessible on 16 of its banners’ grocery app and websites, including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Shaw’s, Jewel-Osco, Acme and Tom Thumb.

Backed by science, Sincerely Health is designed to help improve lives by connecting, educating, encouraging and rewarding customers on their health and wellness journey so they can make informed choices regarding food, physical activity, sleep and mindfulness.

NatureSweet is kicking off its “Snack Like a Champ” program to encourage consumers to incorporate NatureSweet snacking tomatoes into their Super Bowl spreads. From now until March 12, consumers who purchase NatureSweet products can upload a photo of their purchase receipt using the QR code under the label or by going to this link. Once the receipt is uploaded, they’ll qualify for a chance to win a Fanatics gift card and an opportunity to buy sports gear and memorabilia.

The Louisiana Sweet Potato Commission, coming off its 70th year of promoting the growers and produce professionals who provide people with delicious and nutritious sweet potatoes in the state, is looking forward to 2023. 

In fact, leaders of the commission spent late January at the 61st National Convention of the U.S. Sweet Potato Council in Wilmington, NC, meeting with other experts about the best ways to help Louisiana growers and improve things for the entire industry.