Dole partnerships highlight sustainable lifecycle of bananas
Dole Food Co. is teaming up with an industry-leading frozen dessert maker and home composter to spotlight the full sustainable lifecycle of the iconic fruit in honor of National Banana Day on April 16.
Dollar Tree sells off Family Dollar for $1 billion
Dollar Tree Inc. has reached an agreement to sell its Family Dollar business segment to Brigade Capital Management LP and Macellum Capital Management LLC for $1.007 billion. Family Dollar will remain headquartered in Chesapeake, VA.
Bland Farms saddles up for Viva Fresh’s 10th anniversary
As the countdown to Viva Fresh’s milestone 10th anniversary begins, Bland Farms is gearing up to bring excitement deep in the heart of Texas! The company will be sharing all things Sweet Onions at Booth 109, and you won’t want to miss what’s in store.
A Sweet Season Ahead
Side Dish Steamers designed for fresh, healthy convenience
Bringing a new level of ease and flavor to mealtime, JMB's Side Dish Steamers aim to revolutionize how families enjoy fresh vegetables. Designed for ultimate convenience, these innovative steamers deliver delicious, healthy side dishes in under five minutes.
The highly advanced microwavable bag features built-in steam release technology, including the SteamFast steam release valve and vents, an easy tear-off top and a convenient zip-locking seal — ensuring perfectly steamed vegetables every time.
Wada Farms emphasizing sustainability in new product line
Wada Farms, one of America’s largest grower-shippers of fresh potatoes, onions and sweet potatoes, has been buzzing about launching a new product line that emphasizes sustainability.
Fresh produce executive Chris Williams dies at 44
Christopher (Chris) Williams, a respected executive in the food industry and vice president of sales at Rä Foods, died Thursday, March 20 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 44.
Promotional opportunities abound for California avocados
With a projected volume of 375 million pounds, making it the largest crop estimate since 2020, the 2025 California avocado crop is ripe with promotional opportunities.
GR Fresh looking forward to Viva Fresh
GR Fresh is dedicated to three key sectors that serve as the foundation of its success — production, distribution and transportation. These efforts have established the company as a strong and savvy player in the fresh produce industry for decades.
Wonderful Pistachios announces winning designs of Retailer Display Competition
Wonderful Pistachios celebrated the winning designs of its 2025 Retailer Display Competition, highlighting the creativity and merchandising skills of retailers across the U.S. and Canada in honor of World Pistachio Day.
Floral bootcamp education program at Floriexpo
Floriexpo, North America's only business to business event exclusively for the floral industry released the program for its highly anticipated education program, Floral Bootcamp.