Shuman Farms, a leading grower and shipper of premium Vidalia onions, is focusing on its sustainability initiatives in celebration of Earth Day. The company is committed to reducing its environmental impact and preserving the earth for future generations.

As changes to the grocery business come fast and furious, and their impact on fresh produce is more pronounced, leaders from three of the nation’s most progressive grocery operations will discuss the future of supermarket retailing and the role of fresh produce during the Retailer Roundtable keynote presentation at Organic Produce Summit 2023 this July in Monterey, CA.
 

While J.E. Russell Produce Ltd. is not exhibiting at the upcoming Canadian Produce Marketing Association trade show, the company is very happy to have the convention in its home city of Toronto.

Dave Whitmore, a recently retired member of Peak of the Market, died April 16, surrounded by his family and loved ones. He was 60.

Mr. Whitmore found himself at Peak of the Market through connections with his longtime friend Larry, where he flourished in his career.

Mr. Whitmore was an important member of the Peak team for over 28 years. He launched his career in the company as a sales representative and rose through the ranks to become vice president sales and, most recently, vice president of product and business development.

With more than 115 years of providing excellent service, and led by owners Jake and Drew Billmeyer, who have taken over the reins from their father, Chris Billmeyer, Ben B. Schwartz & Sons continues to be a go-to company for produce by many.

Situated on the Michigan Produce Terminal in Detroit, the company’s distribution network reaches most of the United States and into Canada, and last year, the company expanded its reach further, making big inroads into Toronto.

The California Table Grape Commission added two marketing managers, Darlene Avila and Stephanie Soto, to the marketing team.

Avila joins the commission as the digital marketing manager and will focus on developing and implementing digital promotions in partnership with retail marketing teams and shopper apps offered by third party providers. She is a graduate of California State University-Fresno with a bachelor’s degree in business administration – marketing.