Honeybear Brands, a leading grower, marketer and developer of premium conventional and organic apples, pears and cherries, is projecting a strong organic apple season this fall as it continues to increase its supply of organic fruit to feed consumers’ explosive demand.

For 50 years, Four Seasons Produce has built its business around a simple but powerful principle — trust.

That philosophy helped transform a small wholesale produce operation in rural Pennsylvania into one of the Mid-Atlantic’s leading fresh produce distributors, serving independent retailers, regional supermarket chains, natural food stores and co-ops throughout the Northeast.

Bruce Robinson has joined Stater Bros. Markets as its new vice president of fresh sales and merchandising.

Robinson will work cross‑functionally with store operations, marketing and supply chain to elevate the company's brand and deliver a market‑leading merchandising strategy across meat, seafood, produce, floral, service deli and bakery. He will also oversee assortment planning, space allocation, department flow, pricing and promotions to optimize sales and profitability.

Duda Farm Fresh Foods announced the retirement of its national account manager, Bob Sloate, following a distinguished 50-year career in the fresh produce industry, including 23 years of dedicated service to Duda.

Portobello mushrooms are the fully mature Cremini mushrooms that can grow up to six inches in diameter. This mushroom is known for its dense, meaty steak-like texture. During summer, outdoor grilling is a prime time for the Portobello veggie burger.

Today’s shoppers are spending more each year on premium brown mushrooms. The Portobello is a perfect produce item for grilling by brushing the caps with olive oil, balsamic vinegar and garlic. They will turn up nicely charred and juicy by grilling them on a medium-high heat for just five to seven minutes per side. 

As consumers prepare for Fourth of July celebrations, Melon 1 is helping retailers showcase one of summer's most iconic fruits through an expanded U.S.-themed merchandising program designed to drive excitement in the produce department and celebrate the American family farmer.