Generational legacy guides American Produce and Repack
American Produce and Repack, a family-owned enterprise based in Dallas, has long-standing generational roots in the produce industry. That generational legacy began over 100 years ago with the foundation of the original American Produce Company in Dallas in 1917.
Started by Italian immigrant James “Mr. Jimmy” LaBarba, the company served as one of the primary produce merchants in the area.
EPC Leadership Class gains valuable insights at Philly Port and Wholesale Market
Members of the 2025 Eastern Produce Council Leadership Class viewed the complexity of the supply chain first-hand during a tour of the Philadelphia Wholesale Produce Market and Holt Logistics on March 18. “The wholesale market and the port represent critical links in the supply chain,” said Susan McAleavey Sarlund, EPC executive director.
That Flower Feeling celebrates National Self-Care Day with a floral focus
As National Self-Care Day approaches on April 5, That Flower Feeling is excited to launch an initiative promoting flowers as an essential part of self-care routines. This campaign supports the organization’s mission to encourage more Americans to enjoy flowers more often, emphasizing their positive impact on mental and emotional well-being.
Kiss Melons joins forces with Legend Produce to elevate melon category
Legend Produce, a fourth-generation leader in the melon industry, announced a landmark partnership with Kiss Melons, a renowned specialty melon brand celebrated for its unparalleled flavor and quality. Effective immediately, Kiss Melons will join the Legend Produce family, uniting two powerhouses in the melon industry to deliver exceptional taste and variety to customers across North America.
Dollar General expands fresh food access with DoorDash partnership
Dollar General and DoorDash announced a new offering to bring SNAP/EBT payment capabilities to more than 16,000 of Dollar General’s stores on the DoorDash Marketplace. With the addition of Dollar General, DoorDash’s network of stores that accept SNAP/EBT online payments on the DoorDash Marketplace nearly doubled to over 35,000 stores.
Equifruit named one of Canada’s Top Growing Women-Led Companies by The Globe and Mail
Equifruit, a leader in Fairtrade-certified bananas in North America, has achieved a spot on The Globe and Mail’s brand new ranking, Canada’s Top Growing Women-Led Companies. This ranking celebrates successful female entrepreneurship and trail blazing companies that are shaping Canada’s business landscape.
Exp. Group settling in nicely to Rio Grande Valley
Having recently expanded to McAllen, TX, Exp. Group, a noted importer and distributor of tropical fruits, is thrilled to be heading to Viva Fresh.
Maglio ReadyRipe watermelon pouch a boon to industry and consumers
Watermelon is a staple for many households, especially during the summertime in North America. For those looking to capitalize on this demand, Maglio Cos. has a solution: the company’s proprietary ReadyRipe offering is a reusable and resealable watermelon pouch that naturally keeps watermelon fresh and sweeter for an extended period of time.
Market Minute: Mushroom volume, quality great for promotions
Porcini, Oyster, Chanterelles, Morels, Matsutake, Enoki — What are they? They are the fleshy, spore-bearing bodies of a fungus simply known as mushrooms.
According to a recent study, the first mushroom on Earth grew between 715 and 810 million years ago. Edible mushrooms go far back in ancient times, dating 13,000 years ago — they were first cultivated in China.
Ben B looking forward to connections at Viva Fresh
With 119 years of providing outstanding service and now led by fourth-generation owners Jake and Drew Billmeyer, Ben B. Schwartz & Sons continues to be a go-to company for produce.
Working from the Michigan Produce Terminal in Detroit, the company’s distribution network reaches most of the United States and into Canada, with an increased presence in Toronto in recent years.
Soon, the company will be heading to the Viva Fresh show where it expects a lot of great things to happen.