Mastronardi Produce earns seven Superior Taste Awards
Mastronardi Produce, a leader in greenhouse-grown fresh produce, announced that its flagship SUNSET brand has earned seven Superior Taste Award certifications. The honors celebrate the exceptional flavor of Campari brand cocktail tomatoes, Angel Sweet tomatoes, WOW Dreamberry strawberries, Pop Its bite-sized cucumbers, Tomato Branch on-the-vine tomatoes, Flavor Bombs on-the-vine tomatoes and SUNSET WOW Joyberry blueberries.
Vineland Produce Auction opens 95th season with strong demand
The Vineland Cooperative Produce Auction is off to a strong start in 2026, beginning its 95th season with steady demand, expanded product offerings and growers continuing to adapt to changing market conditions.“This year’s auction began two weeks earlier,” said Carol DeFoor, office manager for the entity. “The start date is always largely dependent on the weather.”The season opened with a broad assortment of spring vegetables and greens.
I Love Produce launches sustainability strategy to support growth, long-term performance
I Love Produce is set to launch a comprehensive new sustainability strategy aimed at reinforcing its core values while positioning the company for continued success during a period of intentional, rapid growth and transformation. This initiative is designed to integrate sustainability across all aspects of the business — from sourcing and operations to partnerships and product innovation — ensuring that environmental responsibility and social impact go hand in hand with strong financial performance.
ShopRite of Livingston unveils multimillion-dollar renovation with ribbon-cutting celebration
Village Super Market celebrated the completion of a multimillion-dollar renovation at the ShopRite of Livingston with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 18, highlighted by a $5,000 donation to the West Essex YMCA and a weekend of community festivities. Livingston Mayor Shawn Klein joined store associates and members of the Sumas family to cut the ribbon Monday, following a family-friendly customer celebration on May 17 that featured live music, samplings and special in-store demonstrations for local residents.
Viking Roses at IFTEX 2026
This year Viking Roses will be present at IFTEX 2026 with its stand A2.08. Along with Viking Roses, Rosa Loves Me Beyond Venus roses will be presented through Subati Flowers.In 1995, John Williams started Harvest Limited in Athi River, Kenya, pioneering spray roses and introducing them to the European market.
Walmart expands 30-minute delivery to 33 new markets
Walmart is making shopping more convenient than ever with the availability of 30-minute-or-less delivery across 33 U.S. markets. Customers can shop from more than 100,000 eligible items, including fresh groceries, pantry staples and household supplies.The availability of 30-minute-or-less delivery builds on Walmart’s long-term convenience strategy and broader Express Delivery offering as customer demand continues to grow for more immediate and frictionless shopping experiences.
Masser celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with patriotic potatoes for retail displays
Masser Family of Cos. is bringing patriotic flair to the produce department this summer with the launch of a limited-edition red, white and blue petite potato pack in honor of America’s 250th anniversary.
Bobalu Berry Farms awards 13 scholarships
The Bobalu Berry Farms Scholarship Program was established in honor company founders Bob and Lupe Jones, as part of the celebration of Bobalu’s 60th anniversary of strawberry farming in Ventura County. Today, the company is proudly led by their grandsons, Bobby and RC Jones, who created this annual scholarship program as a way to give back to the community that has supported Bobalu for generations.
Marolda Farms sees Sweetvine organic segment thrive
Marolda Farms produces a wide range of conventional and organic leafy greens and herbs across approximately 380 acres, including 250 acres dedicated to conventional production and 130 acres devoted to organic crops.
Mission Produce completes acquisition of Calavo
Mission Produce Inc. announced the completion of its acquisition of Calavo Growers Inc., a leading provider of fresh avocados, tomatoes, papayas and value-added prepared foods such as guacamole.