Stop & Shop has expanded its partnership with Flashfood, a digital marketplace that significantly reduces food waste at the retail level by connecting consumers with discounted food nearing its best by date, which will now be available across more than 60 of its New York stores.

D’Arrigo New York is one of the most prominent produce players at the Hunts Point Produce Market in the Bronx, with a rich history that goes back more than 60 years.

The company is located on Row C, evolving from four stalls in 1948 to 36 stalls today. It also has a piece of property across the street, and another facility at 1303 Randall Avenue, about a half mile away. That added another 35,000 square feet additional to the 112,000 square feet it operates on the market.

Viva Fresh, the regional show held by the Texas International Produce Association, had an intentionally healthy vibe exhibited most visibly during its keynote luncheon session on March 31.

California Giant Berry Farms has hired Justin Kosta as director of sustainability. He will play a pivotal role in the expansion of California Giant’s corporate sustainability program, which will extend to its grower partners throughout the Americas. 

Tomato volume from Florida and Mexico is on the rise with excellent quality of all varieties. There is a good supply available to begin ad promotions, and demand is fairly light with a slightly lower market.

Vertical farming company Kalera Inc., headquartered in Orlando, FL, is seeking relief under Chapter 11 Bankruptcy protection. Kalera's parent company intends to use the court-supervised process to evaluate strategic alternatives, including a potential sale of Kalera or its assets.

Additionally, Jim Leighton’s employment with the company as president and CEO ended March 29 so that he could pursue other opportunities.  He also resigned as member of the company’s board of directors.