Movement ramps up for MVPG
A little more than two weeks prior to Thanksgiving, Monte Vista Potato Growers General Manager Jason Tillman said what had been “fairly decent” demand became a full-on Thanksgiving rush.
“We’re packing a lot of potatoes right now,” he said Nov. 10, adding that the market price had weakened a little.
“But we’re going strong, and our quality is very good — we’ve got good stuff coming out of the shed,” he said of the grower cooperative’s russet and yellow volume.
John Silva brings 25 years of experience to Pacific AgPak
Pacific AgPak has made several business moves as of late. John Silva, the company's newest hire, will be serving as vice president of sales and manager of new business development. Pacific AgPak will be relying on his knowledge and experience in the industry to help propel it to big developments.
Market Fresh debuts grab-and-go tomato pack
Market Fresh Produce, a leading marketer of tomatoes, potatoes, onions, sweet potatoes, avocados and peppers, based in Nixa, MO, has introduced a new grape tomato pack in a convenient on-the-go container.
MacKenzie honored with Lifetime Achievement Award at OPMA’s annual gala
Ian MacKenzie, president of the Ontario Produce Marketing Association, who will retire at the end of this year, was honored at the association’s annual gala with a Lifetime Achievement Award.
CPAC looking at multiple research projects, trade agreements
With a full plate of varietal data, trade negotiations and market studies, Jim Ehrlich, executive director of the Colorado Potato Administrative Committee, said on Nov. 16, “I’ve been doing a lot of research stuff today.”
DeLallo to showcase its new addition to ‘SaladSavors’ line
The George DeLallo Co., headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, is known for being meticulous about the ingredients it uses in its extensive line of items, including in its extensive “SaladSavors” line.
Zachary Tackett, marketing coordinator for the company, said he looks forward to exhibiting for the first time at the New York Produce Show on Dec. 1-3 in New York City. The company will be at booth No. 329.
RBest Produce and El Sol Brands showcasing ‘perfect for the holidays’ lines of products
The New York Produce Show, being held on Dec. 1-3 in New York City, falls at the peak of the holiday buying season. For companies that offer holiday items, as well as items trending for the coming year, it could not be better timing.
That’s the case for RBest Produce Inc., in Port Washington, NY, and its sister company, El Sol Brands Inc., in Medley, FL.
United Fresh to honor Rick and Tonya Antle with Lifetime Achievement Award
The United Fresh Produce Association will honor Rick & Tonya Antle with its Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2016 Produce Legends Dinner during the United Fresh Midwinter Leadership Forum, Jan. 12-14, at the La Quinta Resort and Club, in La Quinta, CA.
Natural Grocers expansion to continue with 23 new stores
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage Inc., a specialty retailer of natural and organic groceries and dietary supplements, is looking to add 23 new stores in fiscal 2016. The company, founded in 1955, currently has 106 stores in 18 states.
Chep honored as a 2015 Retail Supplier Pacesetter
Chep, a global leader in supply chain management solutions, received one of Store Brands magazine’s annual Retail Supplier Pacesetter Awards, which honors store brand suppliers for outstanding achievements in nine different categories.
Chep was the 2015 honoree in the Logistics/Supply Chain Optimization category, selected specifically for the positive impact its recently launched supply chain solutions portfolio is having across the industry.