Brewster Heights Packing & Orchards, one of Washington state's largest vertically integrated apple and cherry growing, packing and distribution enterprises, has commenced a voluntary Chapter 11 restructuring process by filing petitions in the United States Bankruptcy Court for Eastern District of Washington.

Wegmans Food Markets kicked off its company-wide Fill the Bus/Fill the Backpack scan campaign to raise money for the company’s 53 Feeding America food bank partners. 

Exp. Group announced its official sponsorship partnership with Bromley Football Club, marking an exciting collaboration between two organizations united by a shared commitment to culture, community, service and quality.

New Jersey had a very interesting winter and spring. We had 90 degree days early and then again in April followed by two nights of below freezing temperatures. A few fruit crops were lost entirely to this freeze while others were impacted to a lesser degree. The great news is, New Jersey blueberry producers expect a robust crop of top-quality berries for this year. And we are happy to report that Jersey Fresh blueberries will be ready for your shelves starting mid-June into August. 

Instacart and Vida Health have partnered to expand access to nutritious food for Vida members nationwide through the use of Instacart Health Fresh Funds, category-specific grocery stipends. The collaboration connects Vida's members directly to Instacart, with funds that enable a practical, accessible path to action on Vida’s nutrition advice.

Dave Masser, president and CEO of Masser Family of Cos. and former Fresh Solutions Network chairman, has been elected by Potatoes USA as chairman. 

Potatoes USA serves as the national marketing and research organization representing U.S. potato growers and importers, supporting demand-building initiatives, consumer education, nutrition research and industry development.