Ahold Delhaize CEO JJ Fleeman resigns
JJ Fleeman will depart from his role as CEO of Ahold Delhaize USA, effective end of June 2026, to pursue another career opportunity.
Create lasting color impact with bold, shade-loving impatiens
Beacon impatiens colors arriving this spring add fresh hues and mixes that bring a refined, cohesive feel to shaded gardens and containers.Curb appeal that looks intentional and feels authentic doesn’t rely on filters or editing — it relies on plants that perform consistently. Beacon impatiens from PanAmerican Seed deliver dependable results in the shade, with vibrant color for porches, patios and landscapes.
Zespri RubyRed kiwifruit expands, including three new markets
More than five million trays of Zespri’s RubyRed kiwifruit will soon be available for consumers across 16 markets this season.The increased volume, up from 3 million trays last year as more orchards produce commercial volumes of fruit, will see consumers in Australia, Vietnam and Canada able to enjoy the sweet berry-like taste of Zespri’s RubyRed kiwifruit for the first time.
Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Co. launches carrot juice
Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Co., part of the Perricone Farms family, launched its new carrot juice – a freshly handcrafted juice that joins the brand’s expanding lineup of premium, non-citrus offerings. The new carrot juice is now available at all Wakefern/ShopRite locations across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic and will be coming to additional grocery partners in the weeks ahead.
USDA restricts PACA violators in four states
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has imposed sanctions on five 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 businesses’ principal operators from engaging in PACA-licensed business or other activities without USDA approval.The following businesses and individuals are currently restricted from operating in the produce industry:
USDA restricts PACA violators in five states
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has imposed sanctions on five 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 businesses’ principal operators from engaging in PACA-licensed business or other activities without USDA approval.The following businesses and individuals are currently restricted from operating in the produce industry:
Market Minute: Prepare for the season’s most sought-after onions
Mark your calendar for April 13. That’s when the celebrated Vidalia sweet onions start shipping. These famous onions will soon fill produce departments across the U.S., ushering in a season that runs from April through early September. I personally can’t wait to enjoy these premium Vidalias in my sandwiches and salads.During spring, Vidalia onions represent roughly 40 percent of all onions grown in the U.S. This year’s crop promises outstanding quality and impressive sizes. With controlled-atmosphere storage, the harvest lasts all the way to Labor Day.
Divine Flavor announces leadership promotions to strengthen vegetable division growth
Divine Flavor, based in Nogales, AZ, announced the promotion of Jeremy Giovannetti and David Reyes to key leadership roles within its expanding vegetable division, reinforcing the company’s commitment to strengthening its commercial operations and driving growth across North American retail.In his new role as director of sales-vegetables, Giovannetti will lead the vegetable division’s commercial performance, overseeing sales and business development while managing the company’s farm-to-market strategy to drive revenue, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
A more inclusive definition of public benefit in water infrastructure
During his presidency, Dwight D. Eisenhower warned the American people about the dangers of what he termed the Military-Industrial Complex: the increasingly tight relationship between a segment of the government and a sector of the economy, each able to serve the other’s interests at the expense of the greater public interest.
AFE trustees visit UC Davis to see research, philanthropy in action
Last month, members of the American Floral Endowment’s Board of Trustees and staff visited the University of California, Davis, to see firsthand how AFE-funded research is advancing innovation for the floriculture industry.UC Davis, ranked among the top universities globally for agriculture and forestry, has long been a hub for cutting-edge agricultural research. During the visit, faculty and graduate students shared updates on their AFE-funded research and related collaborative efforts aimed at addressing key industry challenges.