Kapi Kapi Growers has been growing tropical fruit for more than three decades and its products can be found in more than 25 countries around the world. 

Vegetables by Bayer and DNO Produce have teamed up to promote healthy eating habits among school-aged children. This unique and exciting collaboration empowers schools to offer fresh vegetables, while reducing food waste through maximizing the full production potential of the crop. The collaboration also addresses the needs of processors and consumers while creating opportunities for vegetable growers.

Everyone loves apples, says Gabriela D’Arrigo, vice president of communications and marketing for D’Arrigo New York. Therefore, it is vital that the Bronx-based wholesaler operation carries as many varieties from as many sources as possible.

The 2025 IFPA Foodservice Conference in Monterey, CA, kicked off in style with an the opening reception Thursday evening, July 31, at the scenic Custom House Plaza in Monterey State Historic Park. The event offered the perfect mix of coastal ambiance and networking energy as attendees from across the industry — from operators, chefs and distributors to grower‑shippers — mingled in the mild Monterey climate, forging new connections and reuniting with old ones.

The Fresh Market has been named to Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Retailers 2025, earning the top spot in the specialty/natural/ethnic grocers category. The ranking was published by Newsweek in partnership with Statista Inc.

Following last year’s short supply of Northwest pears, the industry expects a full crop this year, opening the door for pear promotions and more retail shelf space.