LGS Specialty Sales, a leading importer of citrus, avocados, grapes and persimmons, is entering its Spanish persimmons season with strong supply driven by improved growing conditions and increased volumes.

This year’s persimmons crop has benefited greatly from remarkably better weather during the growing season, including the absence of freezes, which are historically common this time of year. Without the disruption of freezing weather, LGS has been able to position its crop for higher overall yields and strong, consistent supply.

Delaware Valley Floral Group LLC has acquired Arnie’s International Flowers, a wholesale floral supplier based in Buffalo, NY, expanding its delivery service in Buffalo and Rochester to five days per week.

The acquisition strengthens DVFG’s operational presence throughout Upstate New York and provides retail florists, event designers and mass-market floral professionals with more frequent delivery options and increased access to the company’s selection of fresh-cut flowers, botanicals and floral supplies.

The National Garden Bureau has announced the winners of its 2026 Green Thumb Awards, recognizing the year’s most innovative plants and garden products.

Syngenta Flowers' Sunfinity Yellow-Red Bicolor was named the 2026 Green Thumb People’s Choice Award winner in the annuals category, an honor determined by votes from thousands of home gardeners nationwide.

The Kroger Co. launched its Verified Savings Program that provides a 20 percent discount on fruits and vegetables and half-off Boost by Kroger Plus memberships to customers who are recipients of various government assistance programs, including SNAP, WIC and Medicaid. 

Sustainabloom has added three new guides to its growing collection of sustainability resources aimed at helping floriculture industry members adopt practical, research-based solutions.

Washington State defeated Utah State 34-21 in the 29th Famous Idaho Potato Bowl, the Idaho Potato Commission’s title-sponsored college football event, earning the program its first bowl victory since 2018. The win culminated in the fan-favorite French fry dump and presentation of the iconic potato trophy, as fans packed the stands and tuned in nationwide for one of college football’s most recognizable post-game moments.