With summer in full swing, now is the perfect opportunity to try these super-healthy meals. It all starts with wholesome organic avocados, then a mix of nutritious grains, crisp greens and other crunchy, tasty goodness ends in tastebud satisfaction. Give them a try today!

Family-owned Wada Farms is one of the nation’s largest suppliers of fresh potatoes, onions and sweet potatoes, with long-standing partner relationships throughout the U.S. and in countries around the world.

Bako Sweet announced collaboration with DreamWorks Animation’s Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight, now streaming on Netflix. This collaboration brings together the deliciousness of Bako Sweet sweet potatoes with the popular characters from Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight, aiming to captivate shoppers and solidify Bako Sweet as a prominent staple in the fresh produce section.

The Colombia Avocado Board hired industry leader Manuel Michel as its new executive director. Michel assumes the role July 17 and takes the reins from William Watson, who has been acting director and was instrumental in the establishment of the organization.

Fresh Solutions Network will feature A Cut Above fresh whole, whole-peeled and fresh-cut potato line at the July 28 IFPA Foodservice Expo in Monterey, CA, at booth No. 321.  A Cut Above uses select potato varieties for superior performance to help streamline kitchen workflow and add profit to food service customers.

California trade shows, historically, draw the highest attendance rates due, in part, to the ease of logistics for so many across the industry. The high concentration of growers in the state and service providers who support the supply chain means many companies can bring larger teams, more fresh products to display and mitigate travel expenses to participate in shows like IFPA’s Global Produce & Floral Show. The mild California fall weather also adds to the appeal.