Dümmen Orange North America has promoted Kelly Nicholas to head of technical services. She originally joined Dümmen Orange during the summer of 2018 where she served as a technical support specialist until her recent promotion. 

The recipe developers at Dole Food Co. are reimagining a healthier, more produce-filled version of the classic carol, “The 12 Days of Christmas,” with a dozen new recipes created specifically for the 2023 holiday season.

The Trade Office of Ecuador in New York is exhibiting at the New York Produce Show Dec. 5-7. It will be hosting exporters at its booths to spotlight many of the country’s fresh categories as a part of Ecuador's commitment to investment and increasing U.S.-Ecuador trade.

When it comes to producing high-quality plants, insect pests and diseases can be a difficult challenge to overcome. This is especially true as growers try to satisfy consumer interest in products such as edible ornamentals, potted herbs and pollinator-friendly plants. Although the intent is certainly commendable, the practice of keeping pests at bay using only pollinator-friendly products becomes a fairly onerous proposition once the insects start to develop resistance.

Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. has entered into Ohio with its new Boardman store, representing its expansion into nine states.

The company’s presence in Ohio is representative of Grocery Outlet’s long-term, strategic geographic expansion. With 455 stores currently open across the country, Grocery Outlet is evaluating growth opportunities.

Several factors have had a negative impact on date grower volume throughout the Southwest. Tropical Storm Hillary and the subsequent rains that followed in late August have lowered estimates to a crop already reported lighter than average.