This November, Lipman Family Farms proudly celebrated the fifth anniversary of its Day of Good, emphasizing a sustained commitment to community service across its locations in North America. Launched during a crucial time of need in 2020, this initiative has evolved into an annual event, featuring over 1,000 volunteers this year, that dedicated more than 3,000 hours to support over 9,000 families.

West Pak Avocado launched a new series of bagged avocados that showcase three key growing regions: California, Mexico and Colombia.

David Politz has been named Associated Grocers Inc.'s interim president and CEO. Politz succeeds Manard Lagasse Jr., who will be departing the company at the end of the year for another opportunity.

Politz has a long-tenured history with Associated Grocers, as he began his career nearly 40 years ago in 1985 as a part-time employee while attending college.

LGS Specialty Sales, a leading importer of citrus, avocados, grapes and persimmons, announced an extended Chilean Murcotts season with high-quality fruit available through Thanksgiving.

Jeff Kammermeyer will join Apeel Sciences as vice president of commercial operations. With over 20 years of experience across sales, marketing, strategy and operations, Kammermeyer will oversee Apeel’s sales and sales operation teams.