John Cerasuolo Co. is steeped in family tradition
John Cerasuolo Co. is a family-owned business proudly operating since 1972 at the New England Produce Center.
G&R Farms awarded major sustainability honor
G&R Farms, a third-generation Vidalia and Peruvian sweet onion grower based in southeast Georgia, has been named a 2025 Sustainability in the Food Industry Award winner, recognizing the company’s leadership in precision agriculture, resource conservation and responsible farming innovation.The award honors companies driving measurable environmental progress across the food supply chain — a commitment company leaders say has long defined G&R Farms.
PRO*ACT Crop Update: Winter volume builds as holiday demand tapers
As the industry heads into Christmas week, markets are settling into a familiar late-December pattern. Holiday demand is beginning to wind down while winter growing regions continue to build volume, resulting in generally good supplies across most categories, with a few exceptions. With improved overall availability, the focus is shifting to execution and quality.
Floral, produce industries rally behind That Flower Feeling Foundation
A coalition of leading floral and fresh produce trade associations in the United States and internationally has joined forces to support the That Flower Feeling Foundation, signaling an unprecedented industrywide commitment to national consumer marketing. The collaboration includes trade memberships, in-kind promotional support and financial contributions, reinforcing the foundation’s role as a unified voice promoting everyday flower consumption.
PhilaPort CEO Jeff Theobald to retire after decade of leadership
The Philadelphia Regional Port Authority announced that CEO and Executive Director Jeff Theobald will retire June 30, 2026, concluding a decade marked by significant growth and modernization at the Port of Philadelphia.Theobald joined PhilaPort in 2016 and led the organization through a period of expansion that more than doubled cargo volumes, secured more than 180 acres for future development and positioned the port among the fastest-growing gateways on the U.S. East Coast.
SWIPE 2026 examines the future of fresh produce through industry perspectives
Attendees at the Southwest International Produce Expo will hear from industry leaders during the event’s educational sessions, which focus on key issues shaping the global fresh produce supply chain.The SWIPE education program, scheduled for Friday, Jan. 23, will address topics such as preparing for black swan events, adopting new technologies and navigating trade disruptions. Sessions will feature leaders with firsthand experience managing change and planning for the future of fresh produce.
Produce House heading into 2026 brimming with pride and optimism
Recent changes at Produce House have Owner and CEO Raquel Espinoza brimming with pride and optimism as the Nogales, AZ-based company heads into 2026.Among those changes are a new location with larger offices and cold storage capabilities, and two new additions to her team.
Floral trends and live shows take center stage at IPM ESSEN 2026
Hall 5 at IPM ESSEN 2026 will serve as a hub for floristry, design and forward-looking ideas in the green market. In addition to the IPM Flower Stage, featuring daily live shows by international floral designers, the hall will host BLOOM’s Trend Show and the IPM Discovery Center. Exhibitors offering floristry supplies and the IPM Concept Store will also be located in the hall, creating a space where creativity, market inspiration and sustainable solutions converge.BLOOM’s Trend Show 2026
Garden Fresh Salad Co. continues to thrive with its third generation
Garden Fresh Salad Co. has built its business on one guiding principle: keeping customers happy through reliable service and consistent quality.Since its founding in 1970, the family-owned company has grown into a leading wholesale processing operation serving foodservice operators, retailers and independent accounts throughout the New England market, now operating under the leadership of its third generation.
Giant closing centralized fulfillment centers in Pennsylvania and Virginia
Ahold Delhaize's Giant Food and The Giant Co. have decided to close their centralized e-commerce fulfillment operations in Manassas, VA, and five fulfillment facilities in Pennsylvania.