Dollar Tree announces leadership succession plan
Dollar Tree Inc. has named Stewart Glendinning the company’s next chief financial officer, effective March 30.
Glendinning joined Dollar Tree earlier this year in a senior role focused on enterprise-wide transformation initiatives, including key areas within the company’s finance organization and the review of strategic alternatives for the Family Dollar business.
Dandy sweepstakes looks to boost celery sales
Duda Farm Fresh Foods kicked off its seventh annual National Celery Month consumer sweepstakes. This year, the spotlight is on Dandy proprietary celery varietals, celebrated for their superior crunch and sweetness, offering the ultimate snacking experience. Throughout March, Duda Farm Fresh Foods will educate shoppers on the unique benefits of Dandy celery, inspire creative usage, and provide 35 exciting opportunities for participants to win a prize pack.
EFI streamlines certification program to prepare for growth
Equitable Food Initiative, the workforce development and certification organization that partners with growers, farmworkers and retailers, has come up with a more streamlined approach for its certification process.
It was a hula’va good time at SEPC’s Southern Exposure
The 2025 SEPC Southern Exposure opening reception once again brought together the produce “family” for a good time on Friday, March 7 at the Orlando World Center Marriott. This year’s theme was inspired by the warm and inclusive spirit of Hawaii. Featuring Hawaiian-style food and fare, reception attendees mixed and mingled as they wound down from a day of educational sessions and prepared for the next day's exhibition.
BJ’s plans major Texas expansion
BJ’s Wholesale Club plans to open 25-30 clubs over the next two fiscal years, including several clubs set for the Dallas-Fort Worth area starting in early 2026.
Consumer Connection Conference to spotlight key produce industry trends
The Consumer Connection Conference, hosted by The Foundation for Fresh Produce, is a premier gathering for industry leaders who are passionate about increasing the consumption of fruit and vegetables. Taking place April 28-30 in Dallas, the conference offers a unique opportunity to network with 30 Food and Nutrition Influencers and explore the evolving landscape of produce consumption.
USDA restricts PACA violators in California, Illinois and Texas
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has imposed sanctions on three produce businesses for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce they purchased and failing to pay reparation awards issued under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act. These sanctions include suspending the businesses’ PACA licenses and barring the principal operators of the businesses from engaging in PACA-licensed business or other activities without approval from USDA.
The following businesses and individuals are currently restricted from operating in the produce industry:
Tanimura & Antle hires Laura Rosemeyer as national account manager
Tanimura & Antle has hired Laura Rosemeyer as its national account manager. With over a decade of experience in national account management and retail partnerships, Rosemeyer brings a wealth of industry knowledge and expertise to the company.
“I am honored to join a company that has long been recognized as an industry leader in both premium quality fresh produce as well as innovation," said Rosemeyer. "I look forward to working alongside this talented team to strengthen key partnerships and contribute to the company’s success."
FMI’s Power of Produce: Social media, ecommerce boost produce consumption
Today, FMI – The Food Industry Association released The Power of Produce 2025 report for the seventh consecutive year at the Southeast Produce Council’s Sou
Albertsons Market expanding in New Mexico
Representatives from The United Family recently joined city officials and other community representatives to break ground for a new Albertsons Market grocery store and fuel station in the Lovington, NM, community. This will be the first United Family location in the market and is slated to open in 2026.