Team Terra Nova takes on CAST 2025
Every spring, the horticulture industry gathers for one of the most vibrant events of the year, California Spring Trials. This year, Terra Nova Nurseries displayed with its partner, ThinkPlants, at the Headstart Nursery. This event is fantastic for highlighting the new varieties that the company to offer, as well as a chance to see all that’s new to the market this year!
CEA Alliance announces 2025 board of directors
The Controlled Environment Agriculture Alliance has announced its new officers and members of its Board of Directors for 2025.
Kroger taps into one of the year's juiciest trends with Private Selection Cherry Harvest collection
The Kroger Co. launched its juiciest limited-edition collection yet – Private Selection Cherry Harvest. Debuting just in time for cherry season, the fruity collection is available now to bring customers a sweet taste of the warmer months ahead and can be shopped in store while supplies last.
Okanagan Specialty Fruits hosted Envisioning the Farm of the Future event showcasing innovation
Okanagan Specialty Fruits, developer of the bioengineered Arctic apple, successfully hosted Envisioning the Farm of the Future on April 30.
NEPC announces 2025 leadership class
The New England Produce Council has announced its inaugural 2025 Leadership Class, a select group of rising professionals from across the produce industry. As part of the program’s kickoff, the leadership class recently toured C&S Wholesale Grocers Inc., where they experienced a behind-the-scenes look at the company's operations and its cutting-edge Symbotic automation system.
Chestnut Hill Farms mourns William Sheridan, advisory board member
Chestnut Hill Farms announced Bill Sheridan, a valued member of its Advisory Board, died on May 2.
Mr. Sheridan was much more than a dedicated leader in the produce industry—he was a trusted mentor, advisor, and friend to many. His career, which spanned over 40 years, had an indelible impact on the banana and pineapple industries.
SpartanNash celebrates grand opening of fourth Supermercado Nuestra Familia
SpartanNash recently celebrated the grand opening of its newest Supermercado Nuestra Familia—the fourth location in SpartanNash’s Hispanic retail banner. With the transition, the newly renovated Supermercado Nuestra Familia reflects the company’s continued commitment to providing a tailored shopping experience that reflects the tastes and traditions of South Omaha’s Hispanic community.
United Natural Foods supports product personalization and transparency through GreenChoice
United Natural Foods Inc. has partnered with GreenChoice, PBC, the food intelligence company, to expand its offering of healthy shelf labels and healthy shopping technology, providing independent retailers with plug and play options to improve personalization and transparency on the shelf.
G&R Farms launches Growing America's Farmers 2025 Retail Promotions Program
G&R Farms launched the 2025 Growing America’s Farmers program, featuring in-store Vidalia promotions to support the next generation of agricultural leaders. GAF raises funds for grants and scholarships benefiting students pursuing careers in production agriculture.
AFE Rising Star: Joshua Dick named 2025 Paul Thomas Intern of the Year
Each year, one rising star in the horticulture and plant sciences fields is recognized as the Paul Thomas Floriculture Production Intern of the Year for his or her exceptional performance during internships provided by the Vic & Margaret Ball Intern Scholarship Program administered through the American Floral Endowment.