Western Growers will bestow John D'Arrigo, D'Arrigo Bros. Co. of California CEO, president and chairman of the board, with the 2023 Award of Honor, which is its highest recognition of achievement and is given to individuals who have contributed extensively to the agricultural community.

IFPA's Retail Conference, taking place June 7-8 in Oak Brook, IL, will tackle top industry issues, foster strong business relationships in an intimate setting and enhance networking through a golf tournament.

SpartanNash has promoted Ileana McAlary to executive vice president, chief legal officer and corporate secretary. McAlary was hired in November 2021 and oversees the company's expanding legal, government affairs, compliance and aviation team. She also serves as corporate secretary of the SpartanNash board of directors and president of the SpartanNash Foundation.

Wada Farms, a family-owned farming operation that began in 1943 with 160 acres of potatoes, is now one of the nation’s largest suppliers of fresh potatoes, onions and sweet potatoes, with long-standing partner relationships throughout the U.S. and in countries around the world.

It’s that time of the year again when the entire floral community gears up and comes together for one of 2023’s most anticipated events: the Wholesale Florist and Floral Supplier Association’s Floral Distribution Conference.

The floral industry gathered in Miami to attend WF&FSA’s Floral Distribution Conference, where the theme was ‘The Future in Bloom.’ The goal was to enrich knowledge, drive success, make connections, and learn from each other. That sentiment continued at the Above All Flowers & New Bloom Solutions’ third annual Bloom Together After Party, where more than 250 people and the city of Doral Mayor Christi Fraga gathered.