The Fresh Produce & Floral Council hosted its inaugural Top Golf Tournament at Top Golf Ontario on Thursday, Sept. 14. The event drew more than 135 produce industry professionals with retailers in attendance from Albertsons, Stater Bros. Markets, Smart & Final and Superior Grocers.

It was 22 years ago, that husband and wife team Frank and Ana Ramos founded The Perishable Specialist Inc., which, of course, refers to the company’s expertise as a customs broker clearing fresh produce shipped into the United States.

“We continue to grow a little bit each year,” said Frank, repeating his often-heard refrain. “We are truly blessed.”

While weather issues have negatively impacted the Peruvian asparagus deal and its expected exports to the U.S. market, Coachella, CA-based Prime Time International still sees positive growth in its asparagus program over the long run.

The Kroger Co. plans to make more local products available to its customers following its proposed merger with Albertsons Cos. Post-close, the combined company will increase the number of local products in its stores by 10 percent, which equates to at least of 30 new local products in each store.

From the remotest corners of our planet to bustling city streets, there’s one thing you can always count on finding on menus: a salad. Salads are a staple in diets worldwide, offering endless possibilities to explore diverse cultures, flavors and ingredients. A trip around the world of salads will inspire you to be more creative in the kitchen as you discover fresh ingredients and flavor combinations you would never have thought to try.

Comsumers are going nuts over pistachios and officials at Setton International Foods, the producers of Setton Farm Pistachios, want to make sure they remain in the right spot at the right time in this burgeoning category.