The U.S. Department of Agriculture has filed an administrative complaint against Kendall Frozen Fruits Inc. for alleged violations of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act. The company, operating from California, allegedly failed to make payment promptly to two produce sellers in the amount of $2.166 million from May 2017 through July 2018.

Hard work pays off in so many ways, said Chelsea Consalo, the president of Consalo Family Farms.

Red Sun Farms has added Paul J. Mastronardi as its business development manager. With a background in the greenhouse industry, Mastronardi brings experience in sales, strategic growth and customer relationship management, further strengthening the company's commitment to delivering premium greenhouse-grown produce.

Mastronardi brings a wealth of experience in the greenhouse sector as a third-generation grower and distributor in the North American market. A graduate of Wayne State University, he has been recognized for his industry contributions.

New Bloom Solutions announced a strategic realignment that deepens its commitment to industry innovation, media outreach and community growth.

Dole Food Co. is teaming up with an industry-leading frozen dessert maker and home composter to spotlight the full sustainable lifecycle of the iconic fruit in honor of National Banana Day on April 16.

Dollar Tree Inc. has reached an agreement to sell its Family Dollar business segment to Brigade Capital Management LP and Macellum Capital Management LLC for $1.007 billion. Family Dollar will remain headquartered in Chesapeake, VA.