Fresh produce collective TruSource has official launched, bringing together leading regional operating companies — Freshway Foods, Forestwood and Nickey Gregory — with deep market expertise established customer relationships, and a shared commitment to service, quality and reliability.

The Fresh Produce and Floral Council is now accepting sponsors and exhibitors for its 2026 Produce and Floral Holiday Showcase, Aug. 26 and 27 at the Westin South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa.

The Showcase is the West Coast's largest gathering of produce and floral professionals focused on the seasonal holiday calendar. It’s a unique opportunity to network with industry colleagues, learn from keynote speakers and gain insights into industry trends for the holidays.

Kroger Health, Hy-Vee and Ahold Delhaize USA are working together to elevate the Nourishing Change movement, advancing the future of health. Founded by Kroger Health, the initiative brings together leaders from across healthcare, retail, food, pharmacy, policy, technology, academia and community organizations. 

Healthy Family Project has launched its 2026 Fueling Military Families campaign, a multi-channel cause marketing initiative bringing together leading food and wellness brands to support military families through nutrition education, consumer engagement and charitable giving benefiting Our Military Kids.

Running through July 16, the month-long campaign combines recipe content, registered dietitian expertise, digital media, social engagement and national television exposure to connect families with healthy eating resources while raising awareness and funds for military children.

Fire up those grates and burn off the old food grease as another grilling season gets under way. Whether it’s a family gathering or a backyard barbecue party, there’s nothing more enjoyable than some roasted fresh vegetables on the grill. 

Before cooking, rub a half of a raw potato on the hot grates to create a non-stick surface. 

You can char-grill all sorts of your favorite veggies. Here is some vegetable market information:

Fresh Express, Chiquita, Planet Harvest and World Vision are bringing the Fresh Communities Tour to Chicago, Streamwood and the surrounding areas, uniting leaders across the food system to help expand access to fresh food, nutrition resources and meal inspiration for approximately 1,500 families across the region.