When a kid from Eastern Kansas settles in relatively nearby Northwest Arkansas, it would not appear to be a bridge too far. But when that path winds through California, Arizona, Belgium, Panama, Costa Rica, Honduras, Portugal and Florida, it speaks of a journey of much greater depth.

Laura Himes did grow up in the shadows of the University of Kansas in Lawrence, KS. “I am a Jayhawk,” she boasted, no doubt channeling the schools perennially top tier basketball program. But she added the affiliation is by proximity, not education.

If you’re looking to take your family’s celebration to the next level, then I’ve got the vegetable for you! Pure Flavor Sweet Bell peppers are the perfect addition to

With a trade show packed with more than 3,400 industry members, the Southeast Produce Council's annual flagship event, Southern Exposure, delivered on everything it promised — including more than 700 buyers. This year's event took place March 7-9, in Tampa, FL, and earned widespread praise from attendees.

Fleuroselect, the international organization for the ornamental plants industry, proudly announces the election of Marc Driessen, CEO Beekenkamp Ornamentals, as president of the organization as of Jan. 1, 2024. Elected by the membership during the Annual General Meeting in July 2023, Driessen succeeds to Karol Pawlak, owner of Vitroflora. Driessen has been part of the board of directors since 2019, representing the business unit Production and Distribution and acted as the organization’s vice president for the past five years.  

Tops Friendly Markets re-opened its 57,000-square-foot Grand Island, NY, store with $2 million of renovations and enhancements. During the ribbon-cutting celebration, Tops presented local community non-profits with a donation, positively impacting first responders, schools, food pantries and veteran organizations.

This store will offer new, enhanced services, an expanded assortment of products and an enlarged fresh perimeter with new updated décor.

The Consumer Connection Conference is more than an event, a place to learn and connect. It’s one of the actions that drives the promise of the Foundation for Fresh Produce: Grow a healthier world. 

“Words are inspirational; actions make a difference,” said Foundation Board Member Bil Goldfield, director of global communications and marketing for Dole. “Everyone benefits from greater produce consumption – the health of consumers and the health of our industry. That’s why I attend this conference – to learn and to act on our mission.”