As imported produce continues flowing through East Coast ports, Manfredi Cold Storage is expanding its facilities and investing in new technology to support growing customer programs while maintaining the cold chain that fresh produce depends on.

The company, which operates refrigerated facilities in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, has experienced a much smoother 2026 than the previous year, when labor disruptions and trade uncertainty complicated operations throughout the supply chain.

Since Donald Trump took office for his second term, trade relations with the United States’ closest allies have been… tumultuous. It started with on-again, off-again tariffs, then yesterday the Trump administration said the United States would not extend the trade agreement (USMCA) with Canda and Mexico.

So, what does this mean for the produce industry?

As global supply chains continue to evolve and fresh produce imports increase, PhilaPort is moving forward with an ambitious series of infrastructure, technology and sustainability investments designed to reinforce its position as the nation's premier gateway for perishable cargo.

The port's ongoing transformation is guided by its Destination 2040 strategic plan, which has already delivered significant milestones while laying the groundwork for future growth.

Sunrise Produce, a leading wholesale produce distribution company based in Southern California, has acquired Family Tree Produce. This strategic acquisition allows further expansion of Sunrise’s local footprint in Anaheim, CA, to become one of the leading produce distributors in Southern California. 

The transaction expands Sunrise's sourcing and distribution capabilities while building on the strengths that have made both companies trusted partners to wholesale customers throughout the region.

Sakata Seed launched a new broccoli product logo, marking a bold step forward in the company’s visual identity while reinforcing its long-standing reputation for quality, performance and trust.

The company said the new logo reflects its forward-looking approach to innovation while honoring its rich history as a preferred partner for growers around the world. It highlights the company’s ongoing commitment to delivering reliable, high-performing products that meet evolving market needs.

Lettuce markets continue to trend lower as supplies improve across California and regional production ramps up. Iceberg, Romaine and green leaf should remain under pressure through July. Quality is very good overall, but carton weights are running lighter as crews trim additional outer leaves to manage elevated insect pressure.