Royal FloraHolland award for sustainable innovations in floriculture
This year, Royal FloraHolland introduced the Royal FloraHolland sustainability award. This is the updated version of the Greenovation award. The focus of this award goes beyond environmental impact. In addition to environmental aspects, the new award also focuses on social involvement, responsible entrepreneurship and technological innovation. With this award, Royal FloraHolland wants to offer a platform to growers who are pioneers in sustainable progress.
The Giant Co. and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful award 37 community improvement grant
The GIANT Co. in partnership with Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful, announced the 37 recipients of its 2025 Healing the Planet grant program.
Fresh Express introducing new Mediterranean herb chopped salad kit
Fresh Express, a leader in the value-added salad category, will launch its newest Chopped Kit: Mediterranean Herb, beginning Sept. 24.
Mashed potatoes take the crown, but comfort foods vary by region
Mashed potatoes may be America’s go-to comfort potato dish, but a new survey shows that what we serve at family dinners and potlucks depends on where we live. The findings come just in time for National Potato Day, offering a snapshot of how one humble ingredient continues to bring people together in kitchens and communities nationwide.
Farm Fresh Direct adds new line of bagged creamers
Farm Fresh Direct of America, a Monte Vista, CO-based company that markets potatoes and sweet potatoes for its grower-members, is launching a new 1.5-pound bag of creamer potatoes this fall.
Mission Produce encourages retailers to go big with jumbo avocados and mango supply at NEPC
Mission Produce Inc., a world leader in sourcing, producing, and distributing fresh Hass avocados, today announced it will showcase its promotable supply of jumbo avocados and mangos at the New England Produce Council Expo in Boston, MA., Aug. 18-19, at booth No. 117.
Market Minute: Fresh harvested vegetables are perfect for late summer grilling
Summer is slowly transitioning into the fall season. That means weather will begin to cool, daylight hours will dwindle, and the trees will drop their leaves.
Driscoll’s One Family, One Earth campaign recognized for its community-driven storytelling approach
Driscoll's was recognized for its One Family, One Earth campaign highlighting community investments and environmental sustainability initiatives. Part of the campaign includes a docuseries that demonstrates Driscoll’s vision of enriching lives through the real stories of the growers, harvesters, employees and grocers who work together to bring Only the Finest Berries to consumers around the world.
Van Groningen and Sons offer fresh ideas to fall classics
Van Groningen and Sons Inc. has rebranded some of its tastiest pumpkins in the patch, highlighting its culinary appeal and dual usage with the launch of its new “I’m Edible” label.