Corrugated industry stands solid on new package cleanliness research and sustainability facts
The first corrugated box was produced in the United States in 1895. Today, it’s estimated that 90 percent of all products manufactured in the U.S. ship in a corrugated box sometime during their life cycle from manufacturer to end user. Yet, we tend to take the corrugated box for granted.
NWA unveils new logo, website
LA QUINTA, CA — The National Watermelon Association unveiled a new logo and launched a new website at its 101st annual convention, here.
Sunkist's fifth consecutive billion-dollar year
Sunkist Growers announced the cooperative’s fifth consecutive billion-dollar revenue year at the company’s annual meeting Feb. 18, with 2014 grower payments increasing to $1.1 billion from $873 million in 2013.
“An extended cold period in December 2013 posed challenges, but the dedication and hard work of our growers and shippers, in combination with a disciplined sales strategy, allowed us to achieve positive results,” Russell Hanlin, Sunkist president and chief executive officer, said in a press release.
Country Fresh Mushroom’s Lisa Mace promoted to sales and customer service manager
Bob Besix, senior vice president of sales and marketing for Country Fresh Mushroom Co., headquartered in Avondale, PA, said that Lisa Mace, who joined its transportation team in July of 2013, has been promoted to sales and customer service manager.
Seald Sweet ‘growing forward,’ looking for new U.S. opportunities
From its North American headquarters in Vero Beach, FL, Seald Sweet International and its global partner the Belgium-based UNIVEG Group are positioned as an international fruit “gateway to North America” and are looking forward to having home field advantage at the Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Exposure trade show in Orlando Feb. 26-28.
Strong asparagus market expected to prevail
Supplies of asparagus from Mexico have been lighter than usual this winter, causing a strong market that will likely remain well into March.
Cory Stahl, sales manager of Progressive Produce Corp. in Los Angeles, told The Produce News on Tuesday, Feb. 17, that Mexico typically hits a supply peak in asparagus in the mid-February to mid-March period. “Basically this year, there’s not going to be a peak,” he said. “It just hasn’t happened.”
Dandrea Produce announces joint venture with Mas Melons & Grapes
Dandrea Produce has entered into a joint venture with Mas Melons & Grapes. “Our business with the company began over 15 years ago and has gradually but consistently increased with larger product volumes each year,” Frank Dandrea, president of Dandrea Produce, headquartered in Vineland, NJ, told The Produce News. “This alliance attests to how our relationship with their company has developed into a major program for Dandrea.”
The venture was finalized the week of Feb. 9.
Omaha Steaks introduces fresh vegetable line
Gourmet food company Omaha Steaks announced that it is entering into an exclusive partnership with The Chef's Garden, a family farm operation based in Huron, OH, to market a new line of fresh vegetables.
Roundy’s honors produce suppliers
Roundy’s Inc. recently held a “Love Your Local Farmer” dinner and award ceremony, inviting Midwest farmers that supply Roundy’s stores with fresh, quality produce to be recognized. The event was held at the Italian Community Center in Milwaukee, WI, with farmers from Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois and Michigan in attendance.
NWA kicks off 101st convention
The National Watermelon Association kicked off its 101st annual convention with a welcome reception and dinner Feb. 17 at the La Quinta Resort in La Quinta, CA. Attendees enjoyed cocktails and watermelon-inspired cuisine as they listened to a live band and bid on some exciting silent auction items.
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