Light supply on both coasts, combined with strong demand, has average cucumber prices at $40, according to ProduceIQ Founder and CEO Mark Campbell.

“Like last year’s week eight supply situation, Mexican volume and East Coast imports from Honduras are significantly below the norm. With Florida’s producers still two weeks out, the sky is the limit for cucumber prices,” he said.

Major League Eater James Webb set a new world record by cracking-and-eating 338 pistachios in just eight minutes, at the second annual Wonderful Pistachios Get Crackin’ Eating Championship at Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica, CA.

Santos International, a McAllen, TX-based family-owned business deeply rooted in the federally licensed U.S. Customs Brokerage industries, commemorates its 50th anniversary. Since its early inception, the Santos family has been at the forefront of delivering unparalleled customer-oriented services, establishing a legacy of excellence and innovation. 

A tight tomato market has defined the winter season in Mexico, but Joe Bernardi believes relief is in sight in the coming weeks. Bernardi said a number of factors contributed to the short supply through January.

International Women’s Day is a fantastic opportunity to share the power of flowers to celebrate and honor women. The 2024 International Women’s Day theme is “Inspire Inclusion.” Rio Roses shared 10 ideas to make International Women’s Day as profitable as possible for florists.

Weather has delayed a number of fresh produce items throughout the industry making it challenging for ad planning. However, there are also various other items readily available for promotions.