WASHINGTON — By a 68-32 vote, the Senate approved the conference report on the 2014 farm bill today, pushing aside the last hurdle before the five-year bill reaches the desk of President Obama.

February is American Heart Health Month, and USApple and its members are contributing to this important health moment by launching a fun, friendly digital campaign centered on the many heart-health benefits of apples.

Taking advantage of the Valentine’s holiday to promote fresh berries, Naturipe has announced its Big Hearts & Sweet Bites Pinterest sweepstakes. The contest runs Feb. 3-17, and the winners will be announced March 3.

Whole Foods Market Inc. announced the acquisition of leases from Safeway Inc. for seven locations formerly operated as Dominick's stores. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

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Since its launch in 2012, the "SUNSET" Angel Sweet tomato has become one of Mastronardi Produce's fastest-growing tomato brands to date. From 2012-13 alone, Angel Sweet sales skyrocketed.