Thriving Leaders Circle, a leadership development program built specifically for new or up-skilling people managers, is now enrolling its fifth group.

With the first version launched in 2023, the program has been fine-tuned, tested and proven to work — especially for organizations in the fresh produce industry where managers are often promoted from within the ranks and training time and internal bandwidth are often in short supply.

Sev-Rend, a leader in high-performance packaging solutions, is looking to revolutionize produce packaging with the launch of its High-Strength Paper Wine Glass Tags (WGT). Designed to deliver durability, sustainability and seamless automation, these innovative tags offer an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional solutions.

Earthbound Farm introduced three new organic salad kits, each featuring dressings crafted with 100 percent organic avocado oil. These additions enhance Earthbound Farm’s existing lineup, further expanding the salad category with fresh, flavorful and nutritious options.

Nash Produce representatives have been busy preparing for the Canadian Produce Marketing Association’s expo, where they will have several initiatives to discuss with current and potential customers.

The American Floral Endowment announced the establishment of the Demaree Family Floriculture Advancement Fund, designed to support special projects or programs that address critical and timely challenges facing the floral industry. This new annual grant program will provide funding to projects that are creating innovative resources, education and advancements.

Avocados certainly feature in Cinco de Mayo fiestas, and as an avocado leader, Mission Produce has high expectations for the green fruit leading into the annual celebration.