Morning Kiss Organic announced the availability of five delicious varieties of organic squash and organic Brussels sprouts, perfect for the fall harvest season. The squash offerings include butternut, acorn, spaghetti, buttercup and delicata.

Natural Grocers announced that Richard Hallé has been appointed chief financial officer of the company effective Jan. 1. Hallé has served as a member of Natural Grocers' board of directors and audit committee since 2012 and will succeed Todd Dissinger, who will retire on Dec. 31, as previously announced.

The New York Apple Association will again partner as this year’s official sponsor of the 53rd TCS New York City Marathon providing New York state-grown apples at the finish line, at several related events and to race volunteers. More than 50,000 people are expected to finish the 26.2 mile race.

Albertsons Cos. Inc. announced that effective Oct. 24, the board of directors has elected Jim Donald as the sole independent chair of the board.

The Fresh Produce & Floral Council will hold a holiday charity reception Wednesday, Dec. 4 from 4-7 p.m. at the Sheraton Cerritos in Cerritos, CA.