Salix Fruits, a leading importer-exporter of fresh fruits based in Philadelphia, announced the launch of its summer citrus program for 2025, marking the beginning of the Southern Hemisphere’s citrus season with featured products such as lemons, mandarins, oranges and grapefruits.

This season is significant for the company, according to Salix CEO Alejandro Moralejo, as citrus remains one of its core product categories.

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. and the International Fresh Produce Association announced a strategic partnership through IFPA’s Supply Chain of the Future initiative. 

Whole Foods Market has opened a second location of its smaller format store concept, Whole Foods Market Daily Shop, in New York City’s East Village. The 10,000-square-foot store includes a Juice & Java venue, offering coffee, tea, juices, smoothies, sandwiches and various desserts. The new location’s product assortment features more than 400 local items from the Northeast, each meeting Whole Foods Market’s rigorous quality standards.

Blue Diamond Growers has a new retail partnership program with global tennis champion Venus Williams to launch its latest line of premium almonds, developed specifically for the produce aisle.

Duda Farm Fresh Foods has launched its Shucks & Smiles Sweepstakes with a focus on ways to savor the flavor of summer by incorporating sweet corn into a variety of delicious dishes.

Sweet corn is a healthy whole grain that is high in fiber and low in fat, making it a nutritious addition to any meal. Grown in Florida, fresh sweet corn from the Sunshine State is a perfect choice for health-conscious consumers.