Inline Plastics specializes in innovative packaging solutions through its flagship Safe-T-Fresh product line. For the produce industry, this comprehensive collection boasts more than 130 SKUs designed specifically for fresh produce needs. 

The Big Bang Theory — the beginning of the universe, not the TV show — suggests the universe originated from a single point, expanded and stretched to grow larger. Amazingly, it is still growing, stretching and spreading out right at this exact moment.

Barring another delay, on April 2 President Trump will impose a 25 percent tariff on goods from Canada and Mexico. These tariffs would obviously directly impact the produce industry.  

Every leader needs to develop basic coaching skills in order to draw out the best in their team.

In this fast-moving industry, leaders are often tapped for their performance skills, not their leadership skills. Is this a misguided order of priorities? Not necessarily, but it leaves a large skill gap to be addressed, especially for those stepping into their first leadership role.

Jana Fischback has joined Stemilt as its new sustainability coordinator in the Food Safety and Compliance Department. Fischback comes to Stemilt following over seven years of experience as co-founder of the educational non-profit Sustainable NCW in Wenatchee, WA, and working with organizations to implement environmental sustainability programs. In this newly created role, Fischback will work to enhance Stemilt’s environmental commitment and sustainability efforts.  

Mastronardi Produce is excited to showcase a vibrant range of fresh and flavorful SUNSET products at the Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) Convention and Trade Show, with a special focus on produce grown in their Canadian greenhouses, such as Summer Delight Strawberries.