New Web resource keeps industry informed about FSMA
The California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement has launched a special section of its website to update industry on the Food Safety Modernization Act as it pertains to leafy greens. The new section can be accessed via the homepage of the LGMA at www.lgma.ca.gov.
Accu-Tab provides safe, cost-effective water treatment for fresh produce
Axiall Corp., a new Atlanta-based company created by the merger of Georgia Gulf and PPG Industries in January, provides a safe, simple and cost-effective water treatment option for food packing and fresh-cut industries through its Accu-Tab tablet chlorination system.
Oppy promotes Ben Vallejo
BEN VALLEJO, a 15-year veteran with The Oppenheimer Group, was promoted to sales manager of the company's Chino Hills, CA, office, effective April 1.
Mr. Vallejo, who had been an Oppy sales representative since 2007, now leads the seven-person team responsible for marketing the company’s products in the southwestern United States, as well as national foodservice business development.
Florida legislature proposes funds to combat citrus greening
The Florida legislature agreed to fund $9.5 million in research-related activities to combat HLB, also known as citrus greening, which threatens to wipe out Florida's $9 billion citrus industry and its 76,000 jobs.
FPFC visits The Course at Wente Vineyards
With acres and acres of grapevines on the horizon, about 100 golfers teed off Friday, May 3 in Livermore, CA, at the 8th annual Northern California Golf Tournament of the Fresh Produce & Floral Council.
Report says Earthbound Farm for sale
Citing a quartet of unnamed sources, Reuters news service reported Monday, May 6, that Earthbound Farm has hired Barclays bank to entertain offers for the firm. No Earthbound Farm official responded to an inquiry from The Produce News seeking confirmation of the report.
Fresherized to unveil new salsas at United
Fresherized Foods plans to spice things up at United Fresh 2013 with the unveiling of at least three new salsa varieties.
'Green Giant Fresh' avocados to make retail debut in late May
Green Giant Fresh, based in Salinas, CA, is adding avocados to its line of fresh fruits, vegetables and value-added meal solutions.
Ruiz Sales looks to forge partnerships with retail clients
Realizing that the greatest success occurs when all facets of the industry are in synch, Richard Ruiz wants to work with his retail clients to offer the best possible product at an affordable price.
Yerecic Label introduces LabelBling
LabelBling, a new line of high-impact labels by Yerecic Label, uses new techniques to create an upscale look at an affordable rate for fresh produce growers, packers and shippers.
The line focuses on the use of eye-catching visuals such as holographic films, sparkle inks and embossing to draw attention and attract shoppers as they carry out their shopping mission.