Western Growers was awarded $486,000 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture as part of the 2025 Technical Assistance for Specialty Crops program, which will allow WG to spearhead a partnership between fresh produce industry stakeholders to develop and implement sustainable fresh produce packaging alignment across North America.

The Technical Assistance for Specialty Crops program funds U.S. entities to conduct projects to resolve barriers that prohibit or threaten the export of U.S. specialty crops. 

Using a “be everywhere” approach, officials at Yes! Apples are doing all they can to build consumer awareness of apples and New York state apples, in particular.

Samantha Duda has joined Duda Farm Fresh Foods as east regional manager. Alongside recent leadership changes, this addition reflects Duda’s continued momentum and enduring commitment to growth, partnership and excellence as the company approaches its centennial in 2026.

As of Oct. 1, Van Zanten Breeding will implement a new management structure. Joost Kos will assume the role of managing director, while Maarten Goos and Martijn Swinkels will step down from their positions in daily management.

The Kroger Co. shared easy tips to make a fresh family meal together, centered around in-season fruits and vegetables, that even the youngest kids can enjoy preparing.

With September just around the corner, Eastern apples are poised to once again captivate consumers with their quality, flavor and versatility — reminding why they remain a perennial favorite in markets across the country.