To-Jo now certified U.S. Department of Agriculture Organic
The increased demand for mushrooms is evident across many dining platforms today. Overall mushroom menu penetration is at an all-time high, reaching close to 85 percent, and is particularly strong in breakfast menus.
Pete Wilder, marketing director for To-Jo Mushroom Inc. in Avondale, PA, said the Mushroom Council’s promotion, The Blend, has really caught the attention of many operators and retailers helping to lift the category
Natural Delights non-GMO Project verified
Natural Delights, a leading Medjool date brand, is now Non-GMO Project verified, furthering its commitment to providing quality, fresh fruit for consumers.
The Non-GMO Project a third-party verification and labeling organization for non-GMO food and products. Natural Delights Medjool dates underwent a series of rigorous tests and audits to ensure that they adhere to the Non-GMO Project’s strict Standard for GMO avoidance.
Waste not, want more: Imperfectly Delicious Produce gaining traction
The gross amount of food that goes to waste in the produce industry — from the farm all the way to the kitchen or dining table — is not news to professionals.
Sprouts' leadership shift
Sprouts Farmers Market Inc. announced that Doug Sanders, the company’s current president and chief executive officer and member of the board of directors, has been appointed executive chairman of the board as part of the company’s established leadership succession plan. Amin Maredia, chief financial officer, will ascend to the position of CEO, and Jim Nielsen, chief operating officer, will assume the position of president and chief operating officer.
Daymon Worldwide names new CEO
Daymon Worldwide has named Jim Holbrook its chief executive officer of Daymon Worldwide, effective Sept. 1 Holbrook also joins the Daymon board of directors.
J&J Family of Farms promotes Rundle to CEO
After more than 25 years at J&J Family of Farms and 10 years at the helm, fourth-generation family member Chris Erneston has stepped down as chief executive officer. Chairman of the Board Lynn Rundle assumed the additional role of CEO effective Aug. 1.
Washington apple crop shifting to meet demand
Just released crop estimates for the 2015 apple crop in Washington predict a decline of 10.5 percent from the record harvest in 2014. According to some industry experts, the predicted decline in the overall crop is a reflection of significant changes occurring at the orchard level.
Whole Foods names executive vice president
Whole Foods Market announced that Jason Buechel has been promoted from global vice president and chief information officer to executive vice president and chief information officer, becoming the newest member of the executive team effective immediately.
Cooking with the Fit Foodie at the PMA Foodservice show
MONTEREY, CA — Chef Mareya Ibrahim, the Fit Foodie, is an award-winning chef, entrepreneur and media veteran who showed our Maggie Giuffrida how to whip up a mean Kohlrabi Hash Three-Way at the PMA Foodservice show here.
Fresh from the Start now shipping Eastern cauliflower
The Eastern cauliflower deal is off to a strong start for Fresh from the Start, a division of Hapco Farms, based in Riverhead, NY. Based on favorable growing conditions, the firm expects volume and quality to be high for the duration of the shipping season.