Boskovich expands sales team for its organic brands
Boskovich Farms announced that Darrell Beyer has joined the sales team for the company’s organic brands. He will be responsible for handling the day-to-day sale of organic products.
SEPC announces keynote speakers for Southern Exposure
MILLEN, GA — The Southeast Produce Council’s 2016 Southern Exposure conference and trade show is shaping up to be yet another stellar event in 2016 with a variety of networking, educational sessions and community outreach opportunities.
Lady Alice brand apples return in time for New Year’s resolutions
Thanks to overwhelming consumer demand and corresponding volume, Lady Alice apples are now making their way to market for the remainder of the holiday season. The early release will allow retailers to feature Lady Alice in important New Year promotions.
Baldor Boston looking for larger facility
Baldor Boston in Chelsea, MA, is a sister company to Baldor Specialty Foods, headquartered in the Bronx, NY.
Another sister branch is in Washington DC, and its most recent partnership in Miami provides the company with full eastern distribution abilities.
Glenn Messinger, general manager of Baldor Boston, told The Produce News that the company has grown so strongly that it is now looking at options for a larger facility in the Boston area.
John Cerasuolo Co. sticks with what it knows best
It’s no surprise to the fresh produce industry that when there is turmoil in the country, and even in the world, it affects consumers’ spending habits and food choices.
Skip Cavallaro, Jr., owner and president of John Cerasuolo Co., located at the New England Produce Center, told The Produce News that the turmoil around the world this year has people in a caution mode.
With organics leading agricultural growth, Sunkist expands organic portfolio
Organics are the fastest growing segment in agriculture, and increasing demand for organic citrus bolsters this trend. Retail sales of organic citrus in the United States were up 14 percent in 2015, according to IRI Worldwide Data, meaning that organic citrus is growing nearly three times faster than conventional citrus.
Kroger VP to retire after 43 years with company
Kroger’s Atlanta division announced the retirement of Charles Mitchell, vice president of operations. He has been with the company for 43 years.
Three companies barred from produce industry for at least two years
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has cited Super Save Market LLC, Super Aloha Ltd. and Cheung Chau Trading Inc., in Honolulu, HI, for failure to pay for produce.
Super Save Market LLC failed to pay $16,350 to two sellers for 19 lots of produce; Super Aloha Ltd. failed to pay $39,211 to two sellers for 21 lots of produce; and Cheung Chau Trading Inc. failed to pay $55,967 to one seller for 65 lots of produce.
US Foods expands footprint with acquisition
US Foods has agreed to acquire Dierks Waukesha in Waukesha, WI. This acquisition underscores the company’s commitment to growth, and mergers and acquisitions as a key path to continued growth. With this acquisition, US Foods substantially strengthens its presence in the upper Midwest.
Cecelia Packing kicking off new year with premium citrus offerings
Cecelia Packing is gearing up for its Sky Valley Heirloom Navel season. The limited offering of these premium Navels will begin shipping in January and continue to early April.
Packaged under the Sky Valley brand and in their distinctive blue and orange four-pound bag, these premium heirloom Navels are known for their great flavor.