NatureSweet has hired Tobianne Paul as chief marketing officer. With more than 25 years of proven experience, Paul brings a wealth of expertise in eCommerce, digital strategy and omnichannel marketing.

A consortium of private investors, spearheaded by the current Southeastern Grocers Inc. CEO and President Anthony Hucker and C&S Wholesale Grocers has acquired Southeastern Grocers and its Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket banners from ALDI U.S., which previously purchased the company in March 2024.

CMI Orchards is sponsoring Sarah Barkley, a dynamic member of its sales team and a passionate CrossFit coach and athlete. Barkley, who manages key sales accounts at CMI Orchards, is setting her sights on qualifying for the 2025 CrossFit Games.

Protein is essential, yet women often struggle to get enough quality protein. One obstacle that's easy to overcome is misinformation. To help, Nasoya by Pulmuone launched its Power of 9 campaign that's equal parts education and inspiration.

North Bay Produce is an international cooperative comprising 31 grower-owners from North, Central and South America, dedicated to delivering fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the year.

Originally established as an apple company, North Bay has its roots in apple cultivation, and apples continue to be an essential component of the extensive range of fresh produce grown in Michigan.

Who buys most of the organic produce? Why do they buy it? What’s the latest trend? Where are we headed?

These questions regularly come up for produce directors in sales meetings about their organic program. Other — more difficult — questions include why aren’t there more organic sales? Why is the gross profit so much lower? Why aren’t the sales percentages increasing? Why a higher shrink? And the cross-interrogation continues.