Food safety comes first throughout Chick-fil-A supply chain
We all think of chicken when we think of Chick-fil-A, but salads and other produce are a hugely important part of the chain's success. Chick-fil-A Manager of Food Chain Safety Steven Lyon talks about how the fast food giant keeps food safety top-of-mind.
Abnormal weather causes surge in Iceberg lettuce market
California is seemingly bereft of a normal weather pattern with this summer’s oddities leading to reduced yields of Iceberg and other lettuce varieties resulting in high prices, which may well stretch far into fall.
QPMA kicks off 68th annual convention in Quebec City
The Quebec Produce Marketing Association's 68th annual convention kicked off Aug. 20 with the President's Reception, where attendees gathered to network at the historic Musee del'Amerique Francophone chapel. The event was the first in a weekend full of social and business opportunities in beautiful Old Quebec, along the banks of the majestic St. Lawrence River.
SuperValu’s second annual National Expo celebrates independent retailers
ST. PAUL, MN — Minnesota-based SuperValu welcomed over 4,300 attendees representing 1,800 retail stores and more than 330 vendors to its second annual National Expo, held Aug. 11-13 at the downtown RiverCentre, here.
In addition to serving as a major buying show, the company said the three-day expo focused on driving sales, grocery innovation and retailer education.
Pear movement resumes following Hwy. 20 closure
The California Fresh Fruit Association commended the California Department of Food and Agriculture for its efforts to reopen State Route 20, impacted by the devastating Rocky Fire. President Barry Bedwell spoke with The Produce News on Aug. 6 about the diversion of traffic to U.S. Hwy. 101, which had a decided effect on the movement of fresh pears from Lake County.
‘Hobgoblin’ label a seasonal favorite at Sunlight
It’s a vintage year for grape production at JP Dulcich and Sons in Delano, CA. Sunlight International Sales, the marketing arm for the farming business, is moving into the fall season with fruit of exceptional quality.
Petit Bag a marketplace hit for Columbine Vineyards
Since its introduction this year, the Petit Bag, marketed by Columbine Vineyards, has been a marketplace success. “Across the board, we have received wonderful comments and positive feedback regarding our new packaging,” said Sales Manager Anthony Stetson. “Retailers like it due to a lower ring at the register per bag, and consumers love the convenience of a smaller portion to snack on.”
New state law tightens integrity and scrutinizes Connecticut Grown initiative
State-supported locally grown initiatives have gained tremendous momentum during the past decade. Consumers are increasingly aware that buying food produced nearby supports local farms, boosts local economies, builds stronger communities, requires less transportation, reduces waste, results in fresher produce, is good for the soil and attracts tourism.
Associated Wholesale Grocers names new CEO
Associated Wholesale Grocers, which supplies over 3,400 grocery facilities in 26 states, announced that David Smith has been selected to succeed Jerry Garland as president and chief executive officer beginning in January of next year.
Red Jacket Orchards optimizes flavor through tradition
Three generations of the Nicholson family have transformed Red Jacket Orchards from a 100-acre local apple farm into a nationwide brand with more than 1,000 acres of a variety of fruits as well as cold-pressed juices and cider.