Consumer sweepstakes, holiday baking in store for SnapDragon, RubyFrost fans
Christmas will be coming late for a lucky fan of SnapDragon apples, with a free trip for two to the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s annual enshrinement ceremony and related activities.Crunch Time Apple Growers, who grow and market SnapDragon and RubyFrost apples in New York State, officially opened the Snap Your Way to Canton sweepstakes for entries on Dec. 1, and fans can enter through the end of February.
Ocean Mist Farms launches Heartichokes line
Ocean Mist Farms unveiled its latest innovation — Heartichokes — at the New York Produce Show last week to tremendous anticipation and acclaim.“We were thrilled to launch our first-of-its-kind ‘Heartichokes’ at the New York Produce Show,” said Ocean Mist Farms President and CEO Chris Drew. “Inspired by our ‘No Shame in a Shortcut’ rebranded Roastables line, these tender baby artichoke quarters are ready to cook right out of the package and are sure to elevate any meal.”
Bolthouse brings holiday cheer with Reindeer Ready campaign
This holiday season, Bolthouse Fresh Foods is excited to spread joy with the launch of its festive “Are You Reindeer Ready?” social campaign, exclusively on Bolthouse Fresh Facebook and Instagram. Crafted to help kids feel connected to Santa’s reindeer, the campaign runs throughout December, inspiring families to make Bolthouse Fresh carrots a part of their holiday traditions, preparing everyone for Santa’s big night.
FPAA announces new board leadership
The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas held its Annual Membership Meeting the first Tuesday of November, bringing members together to reflect on a year marked by active advocacy, strong industry engagement and continued growth.The meeting offered FPAA members the opportunity to review accomplishments, discuss strategic priorities, and elect new leadership for the upcoming term.
1-800-Flowers.com announces 2026 Flower and Plant of the Year: Delphinium and Money Tree
1-800-Flowers.com has named delphinium as its 2026 Flower of the Year and the Money Tree as its 2026 Plant of the Year. The company’s ninth annual selections highlight botanicals that embody themes of elevation and grounding, reflecting cultural mood and design movements expected to define the year ahead.
Blue Diamond Growers details strategic actions to maximize grower returns
Blue Diamond Growers, the world’s largest almond cooperative, held its 115th annual meeting on Nov.
Sobeys names Peak of the Market Best Local Produce Supply Partner
Sobeys has named Peak of the Market its Best Local Produce Supply Partner for Manitoba. Produce department managers across the province’s Sobeys stores voted for Peak of the Market based on its long-standing reputation for quality, reliability and consistency. The award was presented in October by a Sobeys representative.
Publix Charities donates $15 million to support housing programs throughout the Southeast
Publix Super Markets Charities is donating $15 million to more than 300 nonprofit organizations throughout the Southeast that focus on housing and shelter services, including Habitat for Humanity affiliates.Since 2015, PSMC has contributed over $69 million to initiatives that build homes and provide transitional housing and emergency shelter in Publix’s operating area.
California table grape growers support Central California Food Bank
The California Table Grape Commission and the Central California Food Bank collaborated in October on a two-week donation campaign that raised more than $60,000 to support food distributions in Fresno, Kern and Tulare counties.
SpartanNash celebrates fifth Supermercado Nuestra Familia, expands banner to Topeka
Food solutions company SpartanNash, a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, recently celebrated the grand opening of its fifth Supermercado Nuestra Familia location, expanding the retail banner into Topeka, KS. Opening just in time for holiday grocery shopping, the 50,000-square-foot store brings Hispanic flavors and culture to the Highland Crest, Central Highland Park, Oakland and other neighborhoods in southeast Topeka.