Edward (Ed) Duda, former CEO of DUDA, a 98-year-old family-owned-and-operated diversified company headquartered in Oviedo, FL, died Sunday, Aug. 11. He was 91.

Avocados from Peru held two recent events in San Diego and Chicago that raised awareness of avocados while also benefiting the less fortunate. The events featured guacamole challenges and were in celebration of National Avocado Day.

According to Xavier Equihua, president and CEO of the Peruvian Avocado Commission, these events were a continuation of a tradition started in 2017 by AFP of providing healthy avocados for similar challenges in many of the top U.S. cities.

Lipman Family Farms made a big impact at its 14th annual Backpack Giveaway, where it handed out 1,800 backpacks to eager Immokalee, FL, students about to start their school year. This community event reflects Lipman’s dedication to supporting local education and empowering the next generation.

dVida, a leading Ecuadorian shipper, exporter and importer of tropical fruits headquartered in Houston, stands at the forefront of importing tropical fruits sourced from Latin America, delivering fresh produce to markets spanning the United States and beyond.

American Grown Flower and Foliage Month may be over, but the support for domestic farms doesn’t have to stop here. You can continue to make a positive impact all year long by choosing American-grown flowers and foliage, available 365 days a year. By doing so, you contribute to the growth of our local economies, support sustainable agricultural practices, and help preserve the rich, diverse floral heritage of the United States.

Why Support American Grown Flowers and Foliage Year-Round?