Frieda’s makes big splash with attention-grabbing citrus bags
Citrus fruits are enjoying their time in the spotlight, from everyday shoppers to foodies to chefs. And it’s not just during the winter when shoppers are looking for healthier options to brighten up their foods on dreary days. Specialty citrus is here to stay.
NEPC members 'Rock the Night Away' at annual gala
The New England Produce Council held its annual dinner dance Saturday Feb. 6, at the World Trade Center/Seaport Hotel in Boston. Attendees got to "Rock the Night Away" at the gala, which featured the band Rare Form.
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NJ ag convention and trade show set to kick off
The New Jersey State Agricultural Convention & Trade Show will be held Feb. 9-11 at the new Harrah's Resort Waterfront Conference Center in Atlantic City, celebrating the 100th anniversary of the creation of the New Jersey Department of Agriculture. The department is hosting the convention in cooperation with the Vegetable Growers Association of New Jersey and Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station.
Second annual Viva Fresh Expo sells out with increased buyer attendance
For the second year in a row, the Viva Fresh Expo, presented by the Texas International Produce Association, has sold out the exhibit hall with increased retail and foodservice attendance. The expo will be held March 30 to April 2 at the JW Marriott Hill Country Resort & Spa in San Antonio, TX.
Offshore produce in full swing, supply expected to last into spring
The winter season is a popular time for offshore produce, and this year is no exception.
While blueberries and cherries have been staple imports from Chile to the U.S. market for many years, the recent addition of imported grapes and stone fruit has opened even more doors for business and inspired new promotional initiatives from the Chilean Fresh Fruit Association.
Kurt Zuhlke & Associates staying on trend with earth-friendly packaging
When Kurt Zuhlke Jr. joined Kurt Zuhlke & Associates in Bangor, PA, he brought earth- friendly ideas to the company that his father, Kurt Zuhlke Sr., founded going on 60 years ago.
As the produce industry began to change with the times, so did the company. Those changes included meeting the new needs of consumers, retailers, repackers and suppliers, and the development of www.ProducePackaging.com.
California rains expected to disrupt strawberry shipments throughout winter
Because of four straight years of drought, many have forgotten that buying strawberries in the winter from California comes with potential supply gaps.
Giant Food Stores introduces new fresh meal kits
Giant Food Stores has launched its new fresh meal kit program in 12 greater Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley stores. Each kit features pre-measured fresh ingredients to make two servings of the selected meal as well as step-by-step instructions. Giant's fresh meal kits will be featured in the produce, meat or deli sections.
Mark Seay: From Super Bowl record book to Stater Bros.’ PR department
In celebration of Super Bowl 50, Stater Bros. family member and former NFL wide receiver Mark Seay presented the National Football League’s golden football to San Bernardino High School as part of the NFL’s Super Bowl High School Honor Roll. The presentation took place Tuesday, Jan.
Super avocado sales in 2015 portend very bright future
As of this writing, Super Bowl 2016 — and another Avocados from Mexico commercial — is right around the corner. While the game is surely being anticipated by more people, all segments in the avocado industry are excited about what the ad might do for this year’s sales.