RPE launched a new comprehensive sweet potato program, tailored to meet growing market demands while maximizing efficiency for retail partners. This program is designed to offer year-round availability and includes a variety of packaging options to cater to diverse consumer needs.

The Organic Grower Summit, set for Dec. 4-5, announced a comprehensive lineup of expert-led seminars, industry-leading speakers and a special keynote panel, opened by California Secretary of Agriculture Karen Ross. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the evolving organic market, including education on the latest ag tech, soil health innovations and government regulations. 

Kroger announced the Nourishing Change Conference, an inclusive summit on the future of health and well-being in America, will occur May 13-15 in Cincinnati. This groundbreaking event is designed to explore the transformative power of nutrition, consumer product goods, technology, pharmacy, clinic, retail and other health interventions that can improve the holistic health of individuals and communities. This collaborative event reflects the cross-sector commitment of organizations to collectively drive change.

The International Fresh Produce Association announced the incoming Class 29 of its prestigious Produce Industry Leadership Program. 

The Texas onion industry declared Oct. 15 as “TX1015 Sweet Onion Day,” commemorating the ideal planting date for TX1015 Sweet Onions, as identified by the onion’s creators Leonard Pike and Paul Leeper of Texas A&M University.

The International Fresh Produce Association wrapped its annual conference in Atlanta after a transformative three days for fresh produce and floral. The event amassed over 3,000 buyers and attendees from over 70 countries on one of the largest floors in a decade.