CalFlowers announced that Lane DeVries has been appointed as executive director of CalFlowers, bringing his unparalleled industry expertise, vision and passion to the helm of the organization. In addition to leading CalFlowers’ operations, DeVries will take charge of the groundbreaking consumer marketing initiative, “That Flower Feeling,” with the mission to make fresh flowers a daily part of American life.

BJ’s Wholesale Club is building a new distribution center to be located in Commercial Point, OH. The new facility, expected to open in early 2027, will join eight BJ’s clubs in Ohio.

The company’s new distribution center will expand its supply chain capacity to support its growing footprint. Over the past five years, the company has opened more than 30 clubs — its 250th club in Louisville, KY, opened Jan. 31.

The Texas International Produce Association unveiled a new Viva Fresh Produce Expo website as the expo celebrates its 10th anniversary. The 2025 Viva Fresh Expo will take place in Houston April 10–12, bringing together produce industry leaders from across North America.

JOH, a leading independent food broker based in Billerica, MA, hired Dena Telschow as account manager for the produce and fresh division in the north central region.

Telschow brings 16 years of food industry experience to JOH. Early in her career, she served as a department manager at Spartan Nash, where she oversaw advertising and promotional activities, planned major company events (including expos) and developed strategies to drive sales growth.

Morning Kiss Organic has three-count pack sizes of organic lemons, limes, avocados and oranges designed for smaller households, busy lifestyles and waste-conscious consumers. These packs offer a fresh, nutritious and eco-friendly option.

Sunkist Growers Inc. and Fruit Growers Supply Co. donated $100,000 to the American Red Cross in support of the 2025 California Wildfire Response, reinforcing their commitment to communities impacted by the devastating wildfires across the state.