New era of regenerative ag begins at CMI Orchards
2025-07-02
CMI Orchards and Royal Family Farming marked a major milestone on June 30 with the official groundbreaking of The Soil Center, a pioneering agricultural sustainability operation that will transform farm and orchard waste into carbon-rich soil amendments. The event celebrated the beginning of a bold new chapter in regenerative farming and sustainability innovation.
Big Y seeking suppliers for local products
2025-07-02
Big Y’s Local Vendor Discovery Tour is now under way for its upcoming supermarket in Westborough, MA, and the retailer is seeking farmers, vendors and artisans. This online initiative gives Big Y’s sales teams the opportunity to explore and connect with local offerings that could be featured in-store.
Western Growers promotes Bryan Nickerson to director of membership
2025-07-02
Western Growers has named Bryan Nickerson director of membership. In this role he leads the development and execution of initiatives designed to grow and retain the organization’s membership, including programs aimed at enhancing member engagement and expanding utilization of WG’s broad portfolio of services and resources.
Bushwick Commission: Harvesting trust, delivering freshness
2025-07-02
For more than 90 years, Bushwick Commission has been cultivating more than just potatoes — they’ve been cultivating trust, resilience and a deeply rooted commitment to community.
As a fourth-generation, family-run business, Bushwick has evolved from a humble Brooklyn produce stand into a premier regional supplier of fresh potatoes and vegetables, delivering across the East Coast with a focus on innovation, integrity and reliable service.
Proven Winners offers inspiration and garden solutions for 2026
2025-07-02
Take advantage of the Top Picks program, marketing initiatives and educational resources to leverage Proven Winners' newest plants and programs to boost floral businesses.
Phil Henry of Henry Avocado dies at 80
2025-07-02
Philip Henry, who served as president of the Henry Avocado Corp. in Escondido, CA, since the early 2000s, died June 30 of natural causes.
Zuhlke: Recycled packaging makes money for the produce industry
2025-07-02
Kurt Zuhlke has seen the future of waste management in the produce industry and he very much likes what he sees.
Now, the long-time president and CEO of Bangor, PA-based Zuhlke & Associates just has to continue to educate and convince the produce industry, from farmers to wholesalers and retailers, as well as consumers, to get on board.
Tim Hickey joins BM2 Freight as business development manager
2025-07-02
BM2 Freight Services Inc. has hired Tim Hickey as business development manager, focused on expanding the company’s services in the fresh produce sector.
Hickey brings more than a decade of experience in the produce industry, most recently serving as vice president of North American sales at a produce-focused media company. Prior to that, he spent 10 years with Blue Book Services, where he worked closely with produce businesses across North America.
Roses: The wedding belle
2025-07-01
No matter a bride’s chosen style or color theme, there is always a rose that fits the vision perfectly. From classic white varieties to soft pastel garden roses or clusters of miniature spray roses, the range of options is endless.
Smith’s Farm leans on data and innovation as key to competitive future
2025-07-01
The Smith family has been farming in America since 1859. Despite all that boots-on-the-ground experience, what might have worked in the business before, even for a whole generation, doesn’t necessarily endure.
