The Women’s Fresh Perspectives Breakfast was held Oct. 19 at the International Fresh Produce Association's Global Produce & Floral Show in Atlanta. The women’s breakfast has been one of the most popular sessions at The Global Show — and this year was no exception. Featured speaker Reshma Saujani, leading activist and founder of Girls Who Code and Moms First, dismantled the myth of women “having it all.”

Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. Chairman of the Board Eric Lindberg has been appointed interim president and CEO, effective immediately. Lindberg replaces RJ Sheedy, who has stepped down from his position and resigned from the company’s board of directors. The board has engaged a leading global executive search firm to begin the process of identifying a permanent CEO.

The International Fresh Produce Association is providing thousands of pumpkins, apples, baby carrots and vibrant mums for the annual White House Halloween festivities, hosted by President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden.  

Brighter Bites, a national nonprofit that delivers fresh fruits and vegetables directly into families’ hands, launched new items on its online storefront.

“We are happy to offer this selection of branded items to our supporters,” said Lindsay Jenkins, director of development at Brighter Bites. “We think it is such a fun way to raise awareness of our mission wherever you are!”

A special ag tech presentation showcase at the Organic Grower Summit 2024 will feature leading ag tech innovators dedicated to transforming the future of organic agriculture. The presentation will be held at the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa’s adjoining parking lot on Wednesday, Dec. 4, from 3 to 4 p.m., offering attendees a unique opportunity to explore the latest advancements in agricultural technology.