Wyrick introduces Food Art Specialty Produce brand
Wyrick Family Farms, a fifth-generation California farming operation with hydroponic growing operations in Watsonville, has announced the launch of its Food Art Specialty Produce brand. The new line expands the company’s long-standing commitment to dependable, high-quality specialty items for the trade.
Roses shipped with $6.9M of cocaine plant smuggler in thorny situation
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Laredo Port of Entry found cocaine that totaled $6.9million in street value in a shipment of roses.
Naturipe Farms turns up the volume with premium berries at Southern Exposure
The berry category is entering the year with momentum, and Naturipe Farms is bringing premium berries and new products to the forefront in booth No. 313 at this year’s Southeast Produce Council Southern Exposure conference in Orlando, FL.
Danzinger launches the Global Rose Festival 2026
Danziger is set for a series of Rose Open Days, The Global Rose Festival 2026, taking place in Kenya (Feb. 16-20, 2026) and Colombia (March 24-27, 2026), with an additional exclusive Open Day in Ecuador by invitation only.
¡Yo Quiero! leans into fresh, better-for-you snacking as health-minded consumers redefine dips category
Fresh dips continue to play a central role in today’s snacking routines, and for ¡Yo Quiero! the momentum is being driven by a growing consumer focus on whole foods, clean labels and mindful indulgence.The recent Super Bowl season once again underscored the importance of the event to the dip category, with shoppers planning earlier and building out more complete, health-forward snacking solutions.
Vista Vineyards launches 52-week table grape program
Vista Vineyards launched a leadership-owned table grape company built to deliver a consistent, 52-week supply through integrated farming, packing and sales operations. By following the sun across California, Mexico and South America, Vista coordinates timing, varietal performance and volume to support uninterrupted retail programs throughout the year.
Giumarra announces CEO, CFO appointments
The Giumarra Cos.' current president, Tim Riley, has taken on the additional role of CEO. He will assume full executive leadership responsibility for the company’s strategic direction, external partnerships, operations and long-term growth. The company also named Anthony Stallings as chief financial officer.
ESU Korea: Shine Muscat grapes a high-performance premium category
When ESU Korea, a South Korean Shine Muscat grower and shipper, evaluated exports to the U.S., the objective was not novelty — it was addressing a gap between a standout consumer eating experience and limited access in mainstream retail.Historically, Shine Muscat grapes were positioned in the U.S. as a gift-grade specialty item with limited distribution and premium pricing. While the fruit carried strong brand recognition in Asia, availability stateside was largely confined to niche specialty channels.
Market Minute: Heavy supply of table grapes ideal for promotion
There is a steady amount of table grapes coming out of Chile and Peru. The quality, size and flavor are outstanding. The market is very favorable to run promotions for the next several weeks.Chile and Peru are currently supplying high-quality, large table grapes suited for U.S. supermarkets. Peru's peak lasts through March, while Chile's continues into early May.Both countries do an excellent job growing some of the finest grapes during their seasons. They produce premium-quality large-sized grapes that easily fit the standards of retail produce departments.
Hy-Vee introduces new line of medically tailored meals
To help support customers throughout their health journey, Hy-Vee’s registered dietitians have introduced a new line of medically tailored meals called Dietitian Dishes.