Inline Plastics expands tamper-evident packaging solutions
Inline Plastics specializes in innovative packaging solutions through its flagship Safe-T-Fresh product line. For the produce industry, this comprehensive collection boasts more than 130 SKUs designed specifically for fresh produce needs.
In the Trenches: The Big Bang of fresh-cut produce
The Big Bang Theory — the beginning of the universe, not the TV show — suggests the universe originated from a single point, expanded and stretched to grow larger. Amazingly, it is still growing, stretching and spreading out right at this exact moment.
Trendspotting: IFPA requests exemption on proposed tariffs for produce and floral items
Barring another delay, on April 2 President Trump will impose a 25 percent tariff on goods from Canada and Mexico. These tariffs would obviously directly impact the produce industry.
Every leader needs coaching skills to succeed
Every leader needs to develop basic coaching skills in order to draw out the best in their team.
In this fast-moving industry, leaders are often tapped for their performance skills, not their leadership skills. Is this a misguided order of priorities? Not necessarily, but it leaves a large skill gap to be addressed, especially for those stepping into their first leadership role.
Stemilt hires Jana Fischback as sustainability coordinator
Jana Fischback has joined Stemilt as its new sustainability coordinator in the Food Safety and Compliance Department. Fischback comes to Stemilt following over seven years of experience as co-founder of the educational non-profit Sustainable NCW in Wenatchee, WA, and working with organizations to implement environmental sustainability programs. In this newly created role, Fischback will work to enhance Stemilt’s environmental commitment and sustainability efforts.
Summer starts now with Canadian greenhouse grown SUNSET strawberries at CPMA
Mastronardi Produce is excited to showcase a vibrant range of fresh and flavorful SUNSET products at the Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) Convention and Trade Show, with a special focus on produce grown in their Canadian greenhouses, such as Summer Delight Strawberries.
Consalo Family Farms earns Harris Teeter Award
Hard work pays off in so many ways, said Chelsea Consalo, the president of Consalo Family Farms.
USDA files action over California company's $2.16M PACA violations
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has filed an administrative complaint against Kendall Frozen Fruits Inc. for alleged violations of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act. The company, operating from California, allegedly failed to make payment promptly to two produce sellers in the amount of $2.166 million from May 2017 through July 2018.
Red Sun names Paul J. Mastronardi as new business development manager
Red Sun Farms has added Paul J. Mastronardi as its business development manager. With a background in the greenhouse industry, Mastronardi brings experience in sales, strategic growth and customer relationship management, further strengthening the company's commitment to delivering premium greenhouse-grown produce.
Mastronardi brings a wealth of experience in the greenhouse sector as a third-generation grower and distributor in the North American market. A graduate of Wayne State University, he has been recognized for his industry contributions.
New Bloom Solutions refines its focus, strengthens media and industry support
New Bloom Solutions announced a strategic realignment that deepens its commitment to industry innovation, media outreach and community growth.