Oboya Horticulture has become the exclusive U.S. floral industry partner for Sigmund Lindner GmbH's Bioglitter, expanding its portfolio with a new generation of decorative glitter designed for florists, bouquet makers, growers and retailers across the United States. The launch reflects Oboya's broader focus on delivering practical solutions that help growers and floral professionals adapt to evolving market and regulatory demands.

Progressive Produce plans to display organic potatoes, onions, sweet potatoes and other items at the Organic Produce Summit. The company is also showcasing new compostable packaging.

The compostable tray pack formats will be available for Progressive Produce’s Nature’s Bounty Organic Russet potatoes and Mim’s organic Japanese sweet potatoes. Both are 4-count tray packs.

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary in 2026, Giorgio is reflecting on nearly 100 years as an American company, proudly serving communities nationwide with quality, innovation and a commitment to bringing fresh food to the table.

Founded in 1928 by an immigrant family with a passion for hard work and fresh food, Giorgio has grown alongside America for nearly a century. From humble beginnings, the company has built a legacy rooted in perseverance, opportunity and the entrepreneurial spirit that continues to define the American story.

Royal FloraHolland will introduce a renewed tariff model for members, buyers and suppliers beginning Jan. 1, 2027. The Members’ Council took the final decision during its formal meeting on June 18. The renewed model is intended to keep the cooperative strong and to place costs where they are incurred. In the coming months, Royal FloraHolland and the Members’ Council will work together to develop the 2027 tariffs within the renewed model.

Better alignment with differences

Honeybear Brands, a leading grower, marketer and developer of premium conventional and organic apples, pears and cherries, is projecting a strong organic apple season this fall as it continues to increase its supply of organic fruit to feed consumers’ explosive demand.

For 50 years, Four Seasons Produce has built its business around a simple but powerful principle — trust.

That philosophy helped transform a small wholesale produce operation in rural Pennsylvania into one of the Mid-Atlantic’s leading fresh produce distributors, serving independent retailers, regional supermarket chains, natural food stores and co-ops throughout the Northeast.