Outlook 2016: Technology, image, corporate management affect floral distribution
Unparalleled dynamics in technology are driving the floral distribution industry as we enter 2016. Titanic growth in information technology is dictating that survivors must either engage in the opportunities this presents, or perish.
A new year, a new opportunity to bloom
“The successful man will profit from his mistakes and try again in a different way.” — Dale Carnegie
Well, 2016 is here and we all have the opportunity to learn what we did right or wrong in 2015 and try again, possibly in a different way, to make this new year more successful. It simply requires reflection, analysis, open-mindedness, creativity and a teachable spirit.
Ed O’Malley named president of Royal Rose as parent company increases North American presence
Cultiva, parent company of Royal Rose, has announced a number of changes and major investments, furthering its commitment to become a leading global supplier and innovator of Italian specialty vegetables and other offerings. Most notably, Royal Rose will now become Cultiva NA (North America), and Royal Rose will be Cultiva NA’s trade brand. Dennis Donohue, longtime Royal Rose president, will now move into the role of chief innovation officer for Cultiva, and Ed O’Malley has been named the president at Royal Rose.
Potandon keeps potato pipeline well stocked
The shipping season is in full swing for Potandon Produce LLC, headquartered in Idaho Falls, ID. Ralph Schwartz, vice president of marketing and innovation, said the company is moving a full complement of premium potatoes from Idaho, including Burbank and Norkotah russets, reds, Klondike Rose, Klondike Royale and Klondike Goldust.
Washington/Oregon Potato Conference a mainline event
This year the Washington/Oregon Potato Conference will be held Jan. 26-28 at the Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick, WA.
Opportunities for retailers to boost January apple performance
With a smaller national apple crop it has been no surprise that retail volume has declined from record levels set last season. However, an analysis conducted by CMI Cat Stats reveals ways that select retail chains drive apple category increases.
RubyFrost apple makes its second wintertime debut
Grown in New York state and available exclusively from Crunch Time Apple Growers, RubyFrost is expanding its retail distribution across the United States. The 2016 RubyFrost season will launch at retail starting in mid-January and is expected to last for a limited time.
Charles Kuperus of New Jersey dies at 57
Charles M. Kuperus, a former secretary of agriculture for the state of New Jersey, died Dec. 30, 2015, at home in Sussex Borough, NJ, after a battle with a rare form of brain cancer.
JOH honors Melissa Passalaqua with 2015 Harry O’Hare Award
JOH announced that Melissa Passalaqua has been awarded its Harry O'Hare Award for 2015. The honor is presented to the person who most personifies the values and qualities that marked the life and career of Harry O'Hare Sr., who founded Johnson O'Hare in 1956.
Lipman partners with Phil Sandifer & Sons Farm
Lipman is expanding its local portfolio with the addition of Phil Sandifer & Sons Farm in Blackville, SC. Through this partnership, the two will work together to supply locally grown South Carolina produce to grocery stores, food service operators and other companies around the country.