Armellini Logistics celebrates 80 years of excellence in perishable logistics
2025-04-10
Armellini Logistics, a leading provider of perishable logistics solutions, is pleased to announce its 80th anniversary. Founded in 1945 by Jules and Sarah Armellini, the company has grown from a local trucking operation to a nationwide network, renowned for innovation and service beyond expectation. This milestone celebrates eight decades of dedication, family values and a commitment to keeping perishable goods moving efficiently and safely.
Fresh Farms to highlight new products, category expansion at Viva Fresh
2025-04-10
Fresh Farms, a year-round table grape grower and marketer with operations in Arizona, California and Mexico, will showcase its latest innovations this week at the Viva Fresh Expo in Houston.
Hard work and commitment makes the difference at Myrick Produce
2025-04-10
Hard work not only pays off, it makes a big difference on how successful a company can be.
That is the philosophy at Pompano Beach, FL-based Myrick Produce, a 49-year-old company founded by Edward Myrick, which has become a major player in the produce industry over the years and has a huge presence in South Florida.
Jeff Young, veteran Hunts Point sales star, dies at 62
2025-04-10
John Jeffrey Young, known as Jeff Young during his four-decade career in the produce industry, died April 1, at the age of 62.
Tariffs take a turn — again
2025-04-09
Most of the tariffs President Trump unveiled last week are now on a 90-day pause. At the moment tariffs will be reduced to a 10 percent baseline rate. Products, including produce, covered under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement continue to be exempt from the tax.
PRO*ACT Crop Update: Western harvests increasing
2025-04-09
High pressure remains in place out West, keeping storm systems to the north and bringing warmer temperatures to the Southwest into next week. In the desert regions, hot temperatures look to continue next week as just a few late-season supplies remain.
Taylor Farms launches new campaign
2025-04-09
Taylor Farms launched its new campaign, Get Your Salad Together. The campaign is projected to generate over 1.4 billion impressions through advertising and is designed to celebrate the joy of mealtime and support the growth of a category in need.
"There's nothing better than seeing our fans go wild over our delicious Chopped Salad Kits” said Bryan Jaynes, vicie president of product and marketing for Taylor Farms. “When a meal has the right components that are both healthy and taste great, everyone enjoys it a bit more. And that’s what the Taylor Farms brand helps people do.”
Syngenta Flowers sparked excitement in Vietnam
2025-04-09
Syngenta Flowers and Floralseed Vietnam hosted a Flowers Show for professional growers in Vietnam. FVN was established in 2002 and is a key distributor of flower seeds in Vietnam.
Southern Specialties celebrates 35 years of growth, innovation and value
2025-04-09
For 35 years, Southern Specialties has been a trusted leader in the specialty produce industry, growing from humble beginnings to an integrated family of companies dedicated to delivering value from seed to shelf.
At the heart of this journey is Robert Colescott, the company’s founder, president, and CEO, whose vision and leadership have shaped Southern Specialties into what it is today.
CPMA kicks off 100th annual convention in style
2025-04-09
MONTREAL – The Canadian Produce Marketing Association’s monumental 100th annual convention kicked off in style on April 8 with an opening reception at the Oasis Immersion art museum, here, giving attendees the opportunity to relax and reconnect ahead of the two jam-packed days of activity to follow.
