Three grand prize winners are grilling in style this summer, after taking home high-end Traeger meat smokers and smoking kits in the 2024 Idaho Potato Lovers Display Contest.

This year Mission Produce Inc. will have its most diverse summer sourcing strategy yet. With a plentiful California season and expanding grower relationships in Mexico, Mission is leveraging its global sourcing capabilities to supply the world’s finest avocados and mangos from California, Mexico, Peru and Colombia this summer.

Dollar Tree Inc. acquired designation rights for 170 leases of 99 Cents Only Stores across Arizona, California, Nevada and Texas. As part of the transactions, Dollar Tree also acquired the North American intellectual property of 99 Cents Only Stores and select on-site equipment.

Dollar Tree expects to welcome customers from 99 Cents Only Stores as early as fall 2024.

Summer Citrus from South Africa kicked off its 2024 harvesting season with 25 years of experience shipping citrus to the United States. This remains an exciting time for the group as shipments of citrus fruit from South Africa have more than doubled since 2019. 

Registration is now open for the highly anticipated Fun 'N Sun 2024 Floral Convention, set to take place Sept. 4 - 7 at the picturesque Omni La Costa Resort and Spa in Carlsbad, CA. Hosted against the stunning backdrop of Carlsbad's coastal charm, this year's convention promises to be an unforgettable experience for all attendees.

Index Fresh added Laura Lutjen to its sales and business development team. An industry veteran, Lutjen contributes extensive experience with fresh produce brand growth on a nationwide scale. Over the course of several years, she has led regional teams for national brands and developed valuable networks and lasting industry relationships.