Dole Food Co. announced a groundbreaking new partnership with Minecraft, the world’s most popular video game, to inspire healthier lifestyles through interactive play, education and fruit-fueled fun.

Launching this month, the multi-phase global campaign marks the first time Dole will debut a marketing initiative simultaneously across North America and Europe. At the heart of this partnership is the shared vision of enabling all generations to be healthier.

Stemilt is celebrating a milestone in advancing employee wellness this year with the 10th anniversary of its on-site family health clinic, implemented in 2015.

Red Sun Farms generated major excitement at the International Fresh Produce Association Global Produce & Floral Show this year, delighting retail partners and new customers alike with fresh innovations in both the tomato and cucumber categories.

“IFPA was a tremendous success for our team,” said Carlos Visconti, CEO of Red Sun Farms. “We believe this success reflects not only our ability to deliver a consistent, year-round supply but also our ongoing commitment to bringing true innovation to our retail partners.”

The New York Apple Association will again serve as an official sponsor of the 54th TCS New York City Marathon, providing New York state-grown apples at the finish line, at several related events and to race volunteers. More than 50,000 runners are expected to complete the 26.2-mile course.

At the end of a long workday it can be a challenge to come up with ideas for dinner and then make something that’s both healthy and tastes good. Thankfully there are forward-thinking companies like Ocean Mist Farms looking to give consumers a head start on nutritious, flavorful meals. 

Joseph Emanuel Esformes, husband, brother, father, grandfather and leader in the agricultural industry, died after a long illness on Oct. 17, at the age of 88.