Kroger hosted the first Nourishing Change Summit to continue driving momentum in the Food as Medicine conversation that began during the 2022 White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health. The summit brought together a diverse group of leaders from retail, academia and health organizations focused on food and nutrition, healthy communities and more to discuss ways to create positive change by changing the way America eats.

More than 1,000 exhibitors will debut their latest products and services, with a robust emphasis on technology and innovation, at The Global Produce & Floral Show, Oct. 19-21 in Anaheim, CA.

“In just two days in October, more than 20,000 global show attendees from 60-plus countries will discover solutions their businesses need to succeed,” said IFPA Exposition Chair Nelia Alamo, vice president of marketing for Markon Cooperative. “Our exhibitors are ready to match their expertise and innovations to the needs of our industry.”

Lipman Family Farms made significant investments in vegetable production that will revolutionize it operations and bolster the quality and output of its products.

In a dynamic industry landscape where consumer preferences continually evolve, Lipman remains steadfast in its commitment to meeting the ever-changing demands and increasing consumption of fresh vegetables.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has imposed sanctions on Mestizos Group LLC in Garland, TX, for violating the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act. These sanctions include barring the business and the principal operators of the business from engaging in PACA-licensed business or other activities without approval from USDA.

Gumz Farms grows red and yellow potatoes, grows and sources yellow, white, red and sweet onions and packs and ships year-round.

Brothers Roderick and Richard Gumz lead Gumz Farms, following in the footsteps of four generations of their family in the potato and onion biz, and keeping the strong legacy of the company alive.

Hailing from Tabacundo, Ecuador—the renowned Rose Capital of the World, this remarkable product category is now available at Solé Farms.

Behind these captivating creations are devoted individuals whose skilled hands breathe life into an exquisite variety of roses, destined to become cherished treasures that endure for years.