SEPC announces 2025 Vorhees Vision Scholarship recipients
The Southeast Produce Council announced this year's Vorhees Vision Scholarship recipients: Isabella Lott, Luka Rose and Amelia Lott.
Veteran marketing leader to accelerate growth, innovation at NatureSweet
NatureSweet has hired Tobianne Paul as chief marketing officer. With more than 25 years of proven experience, Paul brings a wealth of expertise in eCommerce, digital strategy and omnichannel marketing.
Southeastern Grocers acquired from ALDI
A consortium of private investors, spearheaded by the current Southeastern Grocers Inc. CEO and President Anthony Hucker and C&S Wholesale Grocers has acquired Southeastern Grocers and its Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket banners from ALDI U.S., which previously purchased the company in March 2024.
CMI Orchards sponsors CrossFit athlete's quest for excellence
CMI Orchards is sponsoring Sarah Barkley, a dynamic member of its sales team and a passionate CrossFit coach and athlete. Barkley, who manages key sales accounts at CMI Orchards, is setting her sights on qualifying for the 2025 CrossFit Games.
Nasoya campaign inspires exploring plant-based proteins
Protein is essential, yet women often struggle to get enough quality protein. One obstacle that's easy to overcome is misinformation. To help, Nasoya by Pulmuone launched its Power of 9 campaign that's equal parts education and inspiration.
North Bay expects record apple crops in 2025
North Bay Produce is an international cooperative comprising 31 grower-owners from North, Central and South America, dedicated to delivering fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the year.
Originally established as an apple company, North Bay has its roots in apple cultivation, and apples continue to be an essential component of the extensive range of fresh produce grown in Michigan.
Organic Connection: Are organic produce output and sales slowing growth?
Who buys most of the organic produce? Why do they buy it? What’s the latest trend? Where are we headed?
These questions regularly come up for produce directors in sales meetings about their organic program. Other — more difficult — questions include why aren’t there more organic sales? Why is the gross profit so much lower? Why aren’t the sales percentages increasing? Why a higher shrink? And the cross-interrogation continues.
Nash Produce hopes for better sweet potato season in 2025
Since 2006, Nash Produce has established itself as a reliable packer and distributor of sweet potatoes, catering to major retailers and prominent foodservice companies.
With over 11,000 acres dedicated to sweet potatoes, Nash Produce exports its products to Mexico, Europe and Canada, fostering strong customer relationships across these markets.
As the calendar turned to February, the company was excited about what’s ahead.
Indoor Ag-Con to look at state of the CEA industry
Indoor Ag-Con announced the opening morning keynote address for the March 11-12 edition at the Westgate Las Vegas. Titled CEA State of the Industry, leaders of the CEA Alliance will share their views on the state of the industry, focusing on today’s challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities. Growers will address the outlook for indoor vertical farming and high-tech greenhouse production, including production of leafy greens, tomatoes and berries.
Driscoll’s celebrates milestone achievement
Driscoll’s was recognized as the No. 2 retail food and beverage brand in Circana’s ranking of top food and beverage brands. This achievement highlights an essential part of Driscoll’s mission to continually delight consumers through flavor innovation to meet the growing consumer demand for delicious fresh produce.