The countdown is on as floral professionals from across the country and around the world prepare to gather under the desert sun for one of the industry’s most anticipated events—the AIFD 2025 National Symposium, Reflection, taking place July 12–15 in Palm Springs, CA.

John Steven Dietz, founding member of Famous Software, died earlier in 2025 after an eight-year battle with cancer.

As stock-keeping units of organic fruits and vegetables have risen at grocery stores across the country, Setton Pistachio of Terra Bella Inc. saw an opportunity to expand the nut category.

Okanagan Specialty Fruits’ groundbreaking Arctic apples are once again proving their value — this time in the craft beverage market. Endless Orchard Hard-Pressed Cider, made exclusively from Arctic apples, earned multiple awards this season at two of the industry’s top competitions: the Great Lakes International Cider and Perry Competition and the eighth annual Cidercraft Awards.

From smoothie bowls to seafood tacos, mangos are gaining visibility across menus — and their culinary potential is just beginning to be tapped.

Avocados originated in Mexico, Guatemala, and the West Indies around 10,000 years ago. They were first cultivated over 7,000 years ago in central Mexico. The flavorful guacamole dip and spread was created by the Aztecs and originated in Mexico. It was known as avocado sauce. The avocado was also called alligator pear.