Side Delights completed a package refresh, showcasing the new line at the recent IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show. The new packaging was well-received and is now available nationally.

Healthy Family Project’s annual back-to-school campaign wrapped in early October with impressions topping 224 million and social media reach seeing more than 24 mm impressions. This year’s campaign focused on lifestyle content and how nutrition and food impact and play a role in the everyday lives of families. The program, now in its ninth year and in partnership with seven health-conscious brand partners, has raised more than $180,000 to benefit children and families with greater access to fresh fruit and vegetables.

The National Watermelon Promotion Board, named winners of its annual Retail Merchandising Contest, which garnered more than 120 entries from various retail chains, independent retailers and commissaries throughout the U.S. and Canada. This year’s contest — the 14th since its inception — continued to utilize mixed media marketing efforts in addition to in-store displays.

Ark Foods, a modern-day farming company bringing bold flavors and a new take on veggies to the produce aisle, will highlight its recently launched Chopped Salad Kits that aim to reimagine staples in the bagged salad set. All non-GMO project verified, the refreshing new salads will be featured front and center during the Global Produce & Floral Show, Oct. 27-29.

Giorgio Fresh is gearing up for the IFPA show in Orlando, FL, this year and is ready to sample the newest flavor in its stuffed mushroom line extension: garlic parmesan.

As part of its commitment to leading the category in innovation and insights, the company has an extensive research and development department that explores ingredients and flavor trends within the marketplace. Based on this research, Giorgio formulates products to reflect consumers' growing interests.

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. launched its newest pineapple product in North America: Grandissimo Gold.