The need for increased capacity led McDaniel Fruit Co. to tear out its packing line and put in new, state-of-the-art equipment in breakneck speed between the end of the California season early last fall and the start of this year’s pro

Floriexpo and the Association of Floral Importers of America, the leading voice for floral importers in the United States, announced a groundbreaking strategic partnership to extend the benefits of their respective platforms, fostering industry growth and collaboration 365 days a year.

Hapco Farms launched a carrot program earlier this year in Old Town, FL, and that is now in full swing and producing quality carrots with plenty of volume. 

J&C Tropicals, a leader in the tropical produce industry, is celebrating 60 years of delivering fresh, high-quality exotic fruits, roots and vegetables to consumers across the nation. More than just distributors, J&C Tropicals serves as trusted tropical produce advisors — thinking like grocers, behaving like health-conscious consumers and helping retailers maximize their fresh tropical produce offerings.

Levon Ganajian, vice president of retail relations for Trinity Fruit Co. and a valued member of the company for the past 10 years, died suddenly.

Since joining Trinity in 2015, Mr. Ganajian helped drive relationships and sales with current retail partners and prospects across all commodities Trinity has to offer. He was extremely personable and loved talking to everyone. His network of industry friends is extensive, as he was a leader, a mentor and an advocate for everyone he cared about in his 40-plus years in the produce industry.