January is typically one of the heaviest volume months for Divine Flavor LLC., and, in late December, all indicators pointed to a typically strong first part of the season for the West Mexico vegetable deal.

Mission Produce Inc.  announced the retirement of Ross Wileman, the company’s senior vice president of sales and marketing, after 36 years with the company.

While I’ve been to the San Francisco Flower Market many times before, this time was very different. I’ve always been there as a sales rep, but this time, I felt like I got to know the San Francisco Flower Market on a more personal level. I’ve always been fascinated with its history and progression over the years, but more than that, I’ve always enjoyed the grit, passion, and commitment exuded by the vendors there.

January is all about a fresh start, and the New York Apple Association has fresh ideas to ring in the new year and ensure that 2022 is an exceptional year for the state’s apple producers.

Throughout January, banner ads will feature registered dietitian Kelly Springer as she showcases healthy ways of enjoying New York apples.

FirstFruits Marketing added Stadelman Fruit as its partner for pear growing and distribution. The partnership officially began Jan. 4 with shipping on Jan. 10.

The Kroger Co. and Nuro announced an expanded collaboration to continue redefining the customer experience leveraging autonomous vehicles with the introduction of Nuro's third-generation autonomous delivery vehicle.

In 2018, Kroger and Nuro announced a partnership to deliver fresh groceries with all-electric, autonomous vehicles.