During his presidency, Dwight D. Eisenhower warned the American people about the dangers of what he termed the Military-Industrial Complex: the increasingly tight relationship between a segment of the government and a sector of the economy, each able to serve the other’s interests at the expense of the greater public interest.

Last month, members of the American Floral Endowment’s Board of Trustees and staff visited the University of California, Davis, to see firsthand how AFE-funded research is advancing innovation for the floriculture industry.

UC Davis, ranked among the top universities globally for agriculture and forestry, has long been a hub for cutting-edge agricultural research. During the visit, faculty and graduate students shared updates on their AFE-funded research and related collaborative efforts aimed at addressing key industry challenges.

Winn-Dixie and Amazon have expanded their grocery delivery collaboration on Amazon.com to additional communities across Florida — including the greater Tampa Bay area — giving even more customers access to high-quality groceries and household essentials through a shared commitment to providing choice, value and convenience.

The second annual Viva Fresh Pickleball Tournament is officially returning to San Antonio on Thursday, April 16. Hosted by the Texas International Produce Association and sponsored by SunFed and Perlag Imports, the Viva Fresh Pickleball Tournament is a signature social and networking event held in conjunction with the Viva Fresh Expo, focused on building industry relationships through healthy, active competition.

The California Fresh Fruit Association officially began its new fiscal year on Monday, March 16, during the Annual Membership Breakfast held as part of its 90th Annual Meeting at the Estate Yountville in Napa Valley. The event featured the election of the board of directors and chairman, along with key industry and committee updates.

Needler’s Fresh Market celebrated the grand opening of its newest location in Anderson, IN, expanding access to fresh, affordable groceries on the city’s west side. The store is the newest Needler’s Fresh Market serving Ohio and Indiana.

“Our goal is to be more than just a grocery store — we want to be a trusted neighborhood partner,” Store Director Kenny Smith said. “This grand opening represents an important step in serving Anderson residents with fresh food, everyday essentials and a welcoming place to shop close to home.”