Bard Valley Natural Delights, which offers whole dates for the traditionalists, pitted dates for convenience seekers and Mini Medjool Date Rolls and Medjool Date Strips for those looking for innovative, flavor-packed snacks, continues to make dates accessible to a broad audience. 

Salix Fruits has become a year-round citrus supplier, connecting growers from both hemispheres with retail, foodservice and wholesale customers. 

“Our role is to ensure continuity and reliability, sourcing from diverse regions so that citrus is available 52 weeks a year,” said Alejandro Moralejo, CEO of Salix Fruits. “This diversification has been key to navigating market volatility and climate challenges.”

For nearly 70 years, Kurt Zuhlke & Associates has been a trusted name in produce packaging, known for its innovation in PET clamshells, liners and thermoformed solutions that keep fruits and vegetables protected, visible and retail-ready. 

Even as economic pressures, shifting customer needs and supply-chain complexities continue to reshape the industry, company President Kurt Zuhlke sees steady demand, a healthy year ahead and new opportunities to bring sustainable packaging options to growers, packers and retailers.

Fresh From Florida plays a vital role in promoting Florida strawberries by providing a statewide multi-media marketing campaign. 

This includes TV commercials and radio spots airing now, as well as magazines, digital advertising, retail signage and sampling events. 

While dates are mostly harvested in September and October, thanks to their naturally stable shelf life, they are readily available year-round. Still, some challenges impacted the new crop which will have an effect on the current season. 

Detroit’s produce scene is deeply rooted in the city’s longtime identity as a hardworking, food-forward hub that connects Michigan’s rich agricultural output with urban consumers. 

As the Motor City continues its resurgence, fresh produce has become an increasingly visible part of its broader revitalization story, from bustling wholesale operations to thriving neighborhood markets and food-access initiatives.