SL Produce puts fresh focus on sustainability
SL Produce, a leading fresh vegetable producer-exporter based in Los Mochis, Mexico, has committed to making ongoing, substantial investments in a highly ambitious sustainability strategy, which it hopes will help alleviate challenging growing conditions.
Wakefern seeking health-focused suppliers
Wakefern Food Corp. is looking for suppliers to apply for its 2026 Local Wellness Supplier Summit taking place this fall. The event aims to explore new and exciting health-focused foods, beverages and products for potential placement in Wakefern supermarket banners.
Roasting events are heating up Hatch chile season
It’s a spicy seasonal ritual that gets chowhounds and chile heads fired up. Hatch chile roasting season has officially arrived in Southern California. For a limited time, Frieda’s is firing up live roasting events at select Food4Less and Ralphs locations across the region. Fans and food lovers will have their chance to smell, savor and stock up on the unforgettable flavor of freshly roasted Hatch chiles.
Oppy delivering uninterrupted supply of Envy apples
Oppy is welcoming a fresh crop of Envy apples from the Southern Hemisphere, ensuring a seamless transition from the Washington season. Fruit is arriving from New Zealand, then Chile and South Africa in the coming weeks for an uninterrupted supply with exceptional quality, flavor and crunch.
Mission to demonstrate art of ripening at IFPA Foodservice
Mission Produce Inc. will demonstrate its mastery in the art of ripening in booth No. 218 at the International Fresh Produce Association Foodservice Conference in Monterey, CA, from July 31 to Aug. 1.
Delphinium: Blue spires of summer
Delphiniums are one of the few naturally occurring true blue flowers, and what a delight they are! Adding these stems to any arrangement is the perfect way to re-create a summer garden indoors.
The profitable florist takeover: The seven deadly sins of running a flower shop
The Bloom Show Takeover with Tim Huckabee, founder of The Profitable Florist and now an official Bloom Show Correspondent, delivered a powerful message for every retail florist:&n
Heritage Grocers making leadership change
Heritage Grocers Group announced a leadership transition, naming industry veteran David Hirz as chairman of the board and instituting an office of the CEO composed of senior leaders. Suzy Monford has stepped down from her role as chairperson and CEO to pursue other opportunities.
FiveStar Gourmet Foods names Johnny Hughes president of SF-360
FiveStar Gourmet Foods named Johnny Hughes as president of SF-360, the company’s groundbreaking omnichannel platform focused on delivering fresh food solutions across retail, foodservice, sports and entertainment, transportation, hospitality and quick-service restaurant channels. In addition to his executive role, Hughes will also serve on the FiveStar board of directors, helping shape the company’s long-term strategic vision.
Potatoes USA unlocks strategic growth at retail
For the first time, Potatoes USA has released a comprehensive series of regional retail sales reports, providing an in-depth look at the factors driving fresh potato performance across eight distinct markets across the United States.