Nash Produce originated in 1977 as a large farming and produce packing/shipping operation focused on cucumbers but in 2006, a collection of local growers saw the need for a packing facility, which led to the purchase of Nash Produce. Over the past 44 years, the company has transitioned away from cucumbers to a more singular focus on sweet potatoes.

HilverdaFlorist is looking back on a successful week at the IPM Essen 2024. At this event, HilverdaFlorist presented a diverse and vibrant range of both the Pot, Patio & Garden and Cut Flower assortment. Also, the recently presented tagline “Create. Share. Flourish.” blasted on the walls, as a basis for inspiring conversations.

Pure Flavor Sweet Blooms strawberries are a special variety of delicately sweet strawberries that can be enjoyed no matter the time of the year.

United Natural Foods Inc. named JJ Schlangen to the position of president of central region, effective Feb. 5. Schlangen will lead one of the company’s three regional sales divisions and will report to Chief Customer Officer Steve Dietz.

Michigan apples are a year-round program for North Bay Produce and are therefore a very important segment to the company’s sales and profits.

A cooperative of more than 32 grower-owners from North, Central and South America, North Bay started as an apple company but has since expanded to a plethora of fresh fruits and vegetables year-round.

Every produce marketer has their eyes — and their marketing — focused on the consumer. One industry conference has that same focus: The Consumer Connection Conference, brought to you by the Foundation for Fresh Produce. This year’s event will take place April 29-May 1 in Phoenix, AZ.