As we move into summer harvests, weather events will continue to impact supplies in the near term. The extreme heat across the upper Ohio Valley and the Northeast has shifted to the Southeast this week. Regional supplies from the various areas are set to ramp up production as we move into July.

Retailers will have the opportunity to taste Zespri’s top-selling organic SunGold and green kiwifruit during the Organic Produce Summit in Monterey, CA, July 10-11. Zespri’s account managers will be at booth No. 713 during the show to provide insightful information on how to grow Zespri organic kiwifruit sales.

The Colombian Hass Avocado industry announced the launch of a new country brand to represent it in markets around the world. The Avocados from Colombia initiative highlights Hass avocado as a benchmark for sustainability across three areas: environmental, social and economic.

With all that is going on in the produce industry and the economy in general, officials at D’Arrigo New York want to simplify the process for their suppliers, customers and consumers.

Top executives at the wholesaler, based at the Hunts Point Market in The Bronx, NY, are closely watching consumer shopping behavior to stay ahead of the curve during these challenging economic times.

As floral professionals, the Fourth of July is a great chance to boost sales and attract new customers. Rio Roses has some tips to help both flower shops and flower wholesalers make the most of this festive occasion.

Whole Foods Market CEO Jason Buechel offered a glimpse into the future of food trends and quality standards when sourcing new products. During his Savoring the Future keynote at the Specialty Food Association’s Summer Fancy Food Show, Buechel shared his perspective on industry trends and Whole Foods Market’s role in shaping what’s ahead.