Kroger appoints key retail leaders
The Kroger Co. has named three new division presidents — Kenny Kimball at Smith's, Chris Albi at King Soopers and Kendra Doyel at Food 4 Less — as well as appointing Joe Kelley senior vice president of retail divisions.
Kelley has been president of the Colorado-based King Soopers & City Markets division and is an industry veteran of nearly 40 years. He has held a number of executive leadership roles across a variety of retailers, including Price Chopper, Stop and Shop, Star Market,and Shaws Supermarkets. Kelley joined the Kroger enterprise in 2019.
Water For All campaign wins national recognition for Continental Fresh
Continental Fresh been awarded first place in the Brand Citizenship category at the National Agri-Marketing Association’s 2025 Best of NAMA Awards.
Fairtrade banana G.O.A.T. to mark entry into Arizona market with goat yoga events at Sprouts
Equifruit, North America’s leader in Fairtrade bananas, is hosting free goat yoga sessions in select Sprouts Farmers Market store parking lots to raise awareness about their Fairtrade banana partnership. Why? Because paying banana farmers fairly is the right thing to do.
Sights and sounds from CPMA's Convention and Trade Show
MONTREAL – The Canadian Produce Marketing Association celebrated its 100th anniversary last week at the Palais des congrès de Montréal in Montreal. As the largest fresh produce event in the Canadian industry, CPMA's Convention and Trade Show provides a unique opportunity for industry leaders to enhance existing relationships and develop new business opportunities in Canada.
Market Minute: Ideal timing for Idaho potato promotions
Potatoes are the fourth-largest food crop in the world. One of the most popular of the 4,000-plus varieties was developed by Luther Burbank in 1872 and is known today as the Russet Burbank.
Specialty citrus varieties available for spring holiday promotions
On the cusp of two major holidays, Bee Sweet Citrus is encouraging customers to look to their spring citrus portfolio to meet ongoing citrus demand.
Ellen Mackenbach-Lakeman appointed new CEO of Dümmen Orange
Ellen Mackenbach-Lakeman has been appointed CEO of Dümmen Orange, effective May 1. She will succeed interim CEO Anthony Christiaanse, who successfully led the company through a period of transition over the past year.
The 2025 Macy’s Flower Show will bloom this May
The 2025 Macy’s Flower Show, starring YSL Beauty, returns to Macy’s iconic New York City Herald Square flagship, inviting guests to experience Surrealist Gardens and mesmerizing floral displays between Sunday, April 27 and Sunday, May 18. Leading up to Mother’s Day and celebrating 50 years, Macy’s Flower Show will expand to three full weeks, offering customers a holistic experience through a limited-edition Flower Show collection, immersive events and exclusive deals through the first-ever Macy’s Bouquet of Deals.
New York Apple Association launches grassroots social media initiative
The New York Apple Association unveiled its latest social media initiative aimed at engaging and inspiring apple enthusiasts across the nation.
The initiative, which launched in early 2025, seeks to harness the collective power of the state’s 500-plus apple growers to actively participate in content creation that will captivate and motivate consumers to indulge in the delicious bounty of New York apples.