Just as the Olympic Games in Paris are getting under way, this summer also marks the start of the 2025 season.

Southeastern Grocers Inc. reaffirmed its commitment to the health of pollinators and highlighted L&M, its Fresh Supplier of the Year, for the critical steps the grower is taking to protect these crucial members of our environment.

Progressive Produce is a year-round grower, packer and shipper of fresh produce. The company regularly grows thousands of acres of potatoes, onions, asparagus, citrus and other fruits and vegetables throughout North and South America, offering its produce 365 days a year.

Titan Farms, a leading agricultural enterprise, has announced a strategic partnership with CarbonCents, a pioneering technology firm specializing in carbon footprint tracking and reduction solutions.

The U.S. Apple Association has promoted Christopher Gerlach to vice president of insights and analytics.

Gerlach joined USApple in July 2020 as the director of industry analytics. Over the past four years, he has drawn on his strong economic and data analysis skillset to prepare proprietary reports, webinars and presentations that offer unparalleled business intelligence to the apple industry.

There is nothing better in the summer than seeing large colorful displays of stone fruit, grapes, berries and melons in the produce departments. Melons are always a summer favorite for shoppers who have backyard cookouts and parties — or just for personal eating enjoyment.