As CalFlowers marks its 85th anniversary, the association announced that Harrison (Red) Kennicott III, chairman of Kennicott Brothers Co., has been selected for the 2026 CalFlowers Distinguished Service Award, recognizing a lifetime of leadership, innovation and service to the floral industry.

I didn't choose the citrus business. The citrus business chose me — and I mean that as the highest compliment I know how to pay.

NEW YORK — The U.S. Navy invited Avocados from Peru to help commemorate America's 250th anniversary by hosting a Superfood Breakfast aboard the USS Arlington during the historic International Naval Review 250 in New York Harbor, here, on July 2.

Just four seasons after avocados from Jalisco first gained access to the U.S. market, GLC Cerritos has emerged as one of the leading Mexican avocado suppliers, leveraging quality, reliability, sustainability and a vertically integrated supply chain to fuel growth while positioning itself for an even larger role in the category.

Windset Farms is heading to this year's Organic Produce Summit in Monterey, CA. The greenhouse grower will be exhibiting at booth No. 712 to showcase its organic portfolio, its recent growth and where the company is headed next.

The Kroger Co. announced Emilee De Martino will serve as its next executive vice president and chief people officer. De Martino succeeds Tim Massa, who announced he will be retiring Sept. 18. De Martino plans to begin her time at Kroger by engaging with associates in stores, distribution centers, manufacturing facilities and offices across the country.