The National Mango Board announced the appointment of six new members to its board by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. These individuals will serve a three-year term, beginning Jan. 1, 2025, and ending Dec. 31, 2027.

The newly appointed members are:

This March marks four years since the COVID-19 global pandemic. Life abruptly halted and staying home became a necessity. It disrupted every aspect of our lives, and our workforce was no exception. Perhaps one of the most profound impacts, and one we are still feeling today, is the effect on women in the workforce. From job losses to increased caregiving responsibilities, the pandemic highlighted and exacerbated existing gender disparities.

Avocados From Mexico recently appointed Curt Webber, formally with PepsiCo, to lead the foodservice business as director of sales and marketing.

Natural Grocers has unveiled its ninth annual top trends outlook. The annual list highlights expert predictions on the emerging products and practices set to shape the year. In 2025, the company anticipates a focus on simple, yet thoughtful choices that prioritize wellness and the planet, including regenerative agriculture.

MyLand's revolutionary microalgae-based Soil as a Service is now compatible with organic growing standards and has received California Certified Organic Farmers approval.