The Senate has confirmed Brooke Rollins as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The Glen Rose, TX, native is the 33rd U.S. secretary of agriculture.

The Little Potato Company is introducing two extensions to its popular Microwave Ready and Oven or Grill Ready product lines: A Little Hot Honey Microwave Ready Kit and A Little Garlic & Parmesan Oven or Grill Ready Kit.
 

Wholesale Florist & Florist Supplier Association introduced the Floral Xcellence Awards, a premier competition spotlighting innovation, artistry and quality in the global floriculture industry. This new awards program will debut at the 2025 Floral Distribution Conference, taking place March 2-5, 2025, in Miami, FL.

Instacart's grocery access pilot program has been extended for a year by the city of Columbia, SC. This initiative aims to continue combating food insecurity and reducing diet-related illnesses across the city.

On Feb. 11, Windset Farms joined the industry in celebrating Canada’s Agriculture Day. The company said it is a proud member of the agriculture industry and stands united with its fellow Canadian farmers.

Inline Plastics is looking to change take out and Grab & Go options with its Flip and Mix insert for its Safe-T-Fresh Squares line.

The three-compartment insert sits perfectly on top of a main dish. It features two equal-sized spaces plus a larger showcase compartment up front — perfect for highlighting a star ingredients and preventing sad, wet croutons or wilted veggies. This innovative design ensures each element maintains its perfect texture until the moment consumers are ready to enjoy their meal.