Alexandra Farms showcased its signature garden roses and diversified floral products at the 31st edition of Proflora, Colombia’s premier international flower trade show.

During this season of giving, Big Y’s annual Sack Hunger campaign is dedicated to supporting those facing food insecurity. Through this initiative, funds are raised for the four regional food banks across its two-state marketing area. These food banks, in turn, empower over 1,400-member agencies, including local soup kitchens, food pantries, senior nutrition programs and childcare centers, to provide essential nourishment and resources every day. Their mission is to expand access to nutritious food and strengthen community support systems for individuals and families at risk of hunger.

In honor of American Diabetes Month, the Idaho Potato Commission and the American Diabetes Association are teaming up to tackle common nutrition myths about one of America’s favorite foods: the potato.

Idaho potatoes are proud to be recognized by the American Diabetes Association’s Better Choices for Life program, which helps consumers identify products that meet the association’s nutrition guidelines. This recognition reinforces Idaho potatoes’ commitment to promoting wholesome, nutritious food choices.

As retailers expanded the shelf space for organic produce over the years in response to increased demand from consumers, Los Angeles-based Progressive Produce has built a year-round program with a wide range of organic fruits, vegetables and herbs.

Under the Nature’s Bounty Organic brand, Progressive Produce offers:

Selling produce surely seems like a simple business to the average consumer. Product enters the supermarket and put on display. Then, customers seek out the highest-quality fruit and vegetable items. They prefer each apple or green pepper to be close to perfection — almost as though they were developed in a produce manufacturing facility. In other words, shoppers want fresh produce to exceed their expectations. 

Plant it, grow it, harvest it, pack it, ship it, receive it, deliver it, display it, sell it and struggle to make a profit. Then repeat.

In a year marked by celebration and sadness, Henry Avocado moved into a new era in the summer of 2025.

Founded by Charles and Florence Henry in 1925, the company’s centennial celebration was well under way this year when its president, Phil Henry, passed away in June. Vic Varvel succeeded Henry as president at Henry Avocado. Chris Varvel and Jon Ullrich now serve as co-CEOs to continue Henry’s legacy. “Fortunately, Phil had established the direction for current and future operations well in advance, which greatly helped the new management team,” Chris Varvel said.