Idaho’s new crop is off to a strong start, with early signs pointing to a season full of opportunity. Growers are reporting excellent quality, solid yields and a well-balanced size profile, making this year’s crop highly promotable across a wide range of packs and programs.

The Market Basket board has voted unanimously to fire Arthur T. Demoulas, president and CEO of the retailer. The news comes more than three months after Demoulas and other employees were placed on paid administrative leave; in the interim the company fired two executives — Joseph Schmidt, director of operations, and Thomas Gordon, grocery director — for insubordination. 

Driscoll’s has named Jiunn Shih its first global chief marketing officer, effective Sept. 15. In this newly created role, Shih will build a world-class global marketing structure and expand investment in brand programs across Driscoll’s markets. He will be based in Hong Kong, relocating from Singapore.

Wonderful Pistachios is bringing a layer of indulgence to its fan-favorite snack lineup with the introduction of two products: Chocolate Sea Salt and Chocolate Toffee.

Russo Farms has over a century of experience as a reliable grower, buyer and shipper of fresh produce. The company also manages its own fleet of trucks for delivery and maintains direct grower relationships throughout New Jersey to ensure quality and efficiency.

CHARLOTTE, NC — The Southeast Produce Council kicked off Southern Innovations 2025 with an elegant evening at the VIP dinner Tuesday, Sept. 9, at the Charlotte City Club. The semi-annual dinner celebrates the leaders, innovators and partners who have helped shape the council.

Kristin Yerecic Scott of Yerecic Label, who chairs the SEPC board of directors, welcomed everyone to the dinner and thanked them for their work on behalf of the council.