Just in time for the start of its season, Pretty Lady Vineyards exhibited at its first ever Organic Produce Show at the Monterey Conference Center in Monterey, CA, last week. After months of anticipation, Pretty Lady is able to offer organic grape varieties to fans far and wide.

“We are excited to expand our product offerings to now include organic grape varieties which will be available in our stand-up grab-and-go bags as well as boxes,” said Nick Dulcich, president of Pretty Lady Vineyards.

Testa Produce, a longstanding stalwart in the Midwest's fresh food distribution industry and now a member of the FreshEdge family of companies, announced a partnership with Pepper, an e-commerce solution specifically designed for independent food distributors. The alliance seeks to revolutionize Testa Produce's digital ordering capabilities and bolster operational efficiency.

More than 2,000 independent grocers, vendors and SpartanNash associates are gathering in Grand Rapids, MI, this month to attend the SpartanNash Food Solutions Expo. During the two-day event, taking place July 26 – 27 at DeVos Place Convention Center in Grand Rapids, is the largest in the company's history.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture imposed sanctions on Fresh Florida Products Inc. in Tampa, FL, for violating the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act. These sanctions include barring the business and the principal operators of the business from engaging in PACA-licensed business or other activities without approval from USDA.

West Grove, PA – Star Roses and Plants, presented its new 2024 plant varieties at Cultivate 2023, July 15 - 18 in Columbus, Ohio. The new varieties are as follows:

Rio Roses was again front and center in fashion, showcasing flowers at the annual Miami Swim Week. Rio Roses partnered with Art Hearts Fashion, a globally recognized fashion show production organization, to present beautiful blooms at this series of runway shows and events featuring the latest in swim and resort wear.