The GIANT Co. has named Rebecca Lupfer senior vice president and chief merchant. In her new role, Lupfer will lead all aspects of merchandising for the company as well as commercial planning and pricing, reporting directly to The Giant Co.’s president, John Ruane. The appointment is effective immediately. 

The Controlled Environment Agriculture Summit East is excited to announce that the keynote address, “Leadership Insights: Charting the Future Landscape of Controlled Environment Agriculture,” will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024 at 9 a.m. at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research Conference Center in Danville, VA.

This summer, Wonderful Pistachios highlighted No Shells as a perfect on-the-go snack through an out-of-home campaign spanning six U.S. markets: Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Denver, Detroit and Philadelphia.

Tanimura & Antle, a leader in the fresh produce industry, announced the newest inductees to its prestigious 20 Year Club. This year, the company honors 38 dedicated employees who have reached this remarkable milestone, bringing the total number of 20 Year Club members to a new milestone of over 400 employee owners. 

Fruit Royale Inc. has been active in the production of premium table grapes in the San Joaquin Valley since 2004, working directly with its contracted growers on all aspects of fruit production—growing, packing, cooling, storing, logistics and sales.

EVERETT, MA — The New England Produce Council kicked off its annual Produce, Floral & Foodservice Expo Monday evening, Aug. 19, with the VIP reception and the cocktail reception, held at the Encore Boston Harbor, here.