Big Y Foods Inc. has acquired the leasehold interests for 3 supermarket locations within its marketing area. These locations are in Westport and Brookfield, CT, and Westborough, MA.

"All of us at Big Y are excited about the opportunity to enter into these communities with our unique fresh and local foods along with our exceptional and knowledgeable employees," said Michael D’Amour, Big Y president and CEO. "These locations fit nicely within our current store footprint.”

At the heart of FirstFruits Farms is a commitment to community; a vision initiated by Ralph Broetje, who founded FirstFruits Farms, in 1980. The farm’s Youth Make A Difference initiative, is a testament to its long-standing mission of giving back.

Salix Fruits, a leading company in the import and export of fresh fruit, announced two key designations in its leadership team, emphasizing the company's dedication to diversity and excellence in management.

Commitment, innovation, and service are the hallmarks of the International Fresh Produce Association Retail Produce Manager Awards. Nominations opened in mid-January, and IFPA encourages all members of the produce industry to nominate a deserving produce manager for this prestigious award. 

This February during National Cancer Prevention Month, Honeybear Brands' Pazazz apple and Chef Elle Simone Scott of America’s Test Kitchen are encouraging shoppers to check out the American Institute for Cancer Research online tool, cancer health check, which gives instant feedback about how well they match up with AICR’s evidence-based recommendations to lower the risk of cancer and other chronic diseases.

The supply for one of the most popular products in the produce aisle, berries, is improving — slowly, according to Mark Campbell, founder and CEO of ProduceIQ.

“Grape supply is constricting at a time usually marked by declining prices. Peruvian production is on the decline, while Chile is just beginning,” he said. He reported that at an average of $35, grape prices are at a 10-year high and may climb higher over the next three weeks.