Jacobs Malcolm & Burtt is a global marketing, packing and shipping company in California, representing growers in California, Mexico and Peru and shipping both asparagus and packaged sweet corn worldwide.

According to company president Steven Espinosa, FruVeg’s asparagus volume from Peru has increased by between 10 and 15 percent year over year for many years running.

In October, leading asparagus importer Farm Direct Supply is partnering with the National Breast Cancer Foundation on an asparagus retail promotion to raise awareness and funds for the fight against breast cancer. 

For Miami-based Crystal Valley Foods, Peruvian asparagus is an integral part of the puzzle with its year-round availability.

Wilcox Fresh, a Rexburg, ID-based grower-shipper of potatoes and onions, is seeing strong growth in its business on both the domestic and international fronts.

Derek Peterson, vice president of sales and operations, told The Produce News Sept. 4 that harvest of new crop potatoes in Idaho began on Aug. 20 and quality looks to be excellent.

As the date industry continues to evolve, Bard Valley Natural Delights remains at the forefront, driven by a commitment to quality, innovation and sustainability. With rising consumer interest in healthier and more organic options, the company is poised to meet the growing demand while staying true to its core values.