To-Jo offers foodservice operators what they want most
Flavor, value and service are key issues in the foodservice industry, and companies that offer these attributes are those that stay in high demand in the segment.
To-Jo Mushrooms in Avondale, PA, offers these and other important components.
Nickey Gregory Co. major expansion to provide even more opportunity
The Nickey Gregory Co. has not stopped growing since its founding 15 years ago and is now in the middle of a major expansion that will increase the size of its headquarters on the Atlanta State Farmers Market by more than 50 percent.
Cherry season not over yet — it's just beginning in Canada
The late season is just beginning for the Canadian fresh cherry producers who are in full production from Kelowna to Creston, BC.
“With Washington winding down, Canada provides an excellent opportunity for retailers to offer cherries well into August,” Tim Madden, U.S. sales director for Global Fruit, said in a press release.
Kingston-Crown Jewels partnership extends shipping season
Kingston Fresh, based in Idaho Falls, ID, and Crown Jewels Produce of Fresno, CA, have joined forces to implement a program designed to expand Kingston’s product line and extend its shipping season of fruits and vegetables, including green, red and yellow Bell peppers, Italian and yellow squash, eggplant, melons and grapes.
The companies look to their combined experience exceeding 75 years to maximize the synergies of their new venture.
General Produce announces sustainability initiative
General Produce, a leading family-owned-and-operated produce distributor, is ramping up its focus and efforts in the sustainability arena. Improving daily operational targets and establishing a company commitment to achieve green certification by the end of 2015 is an aggressive but worthy goal.
Mann Packing to discuss ready-to-use products, vegetable trends
Celebrate fresh vegetables at Booth No. 139 at this year’s PMA Foodservice Conference & Expo, where representatives from Mann Packing Co. Inc. will talk about the company’s innovative line of healthy washed and ready-to-eat fresh vegetables.
TMD launches new website
TMD, a marketing and design firm, has launched its new website, www.tmdcreative.com. The website showcases TMD’s commitment to being its client’s strategic marketing partner. Through branding, design, development, photography, video, Web, and more, TMD has established itself as a leader in developing agricultural marketing solutions.
ACME footprint to get boost from A&P bankruptcy
ACME Markets has entered into an agreement to acquire 76 A&P stores in Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania under the A&P, Superfresh and Pathmark banners. The company currently operates 107 stores.
The offer is subject to customary legal and bankruptcy court approvals, following A&P’s chapter 11 filing on July 19, including the potential for higher bids to be submitted and anti-trust approval.
Locus Traxx promotes Juliette Giles to inside sales manager
Locus Traxx Worldwide has announced the promotion of Juliette (Jules) Giles to inside sales manager for North America.
“Juliette stood out to us for her ability to manage the day-to-day challenges in the sales department while helping us drive the incredible growth of our company,” Michelle Korte, senior vice president of sales for North America, said in a press release. ”Her sales experience and her knowledge of the industry make her a valuable resource for the team.”
Newer varieties carry the day for California grapes
Newer, bigger and better varieties that have extended the California grape season are key to its success, according to many different members of the industry recently interviewed by The Produce News.
“Autumn King, which is a good green seedless; Scarlet Royal, which is a good red seedless; and Autumn Royal, which is a black grape, are later in the deal and really help us out,” said Jon Zaninovich, vice president of Jasmine Vineyards in Delano, CA.