Yes! Apples works with seasoned, multi-generational growers across New York state to maintain surety of supply for its retail partners. The company has more than 100 years of experience in the industry, with Kaari Stannard at the helm as CEO for the last 25 years.

Never mind keeping up with the Joneses, it is becoming harder and harder for Americans to simply keep up with their former selves.

According to a recent consumer sentiment survey on inflation commissioned by NCSolutions, nearly half of Americans (45 percent) feel like they can't afford their previous lifestyle. An even greater 76 percent said their family has changed how they buy food with prices on the rise. Two-thirds (66 percent) are more mindful of how they are spending their money.

Dayka & Hackett, one of Frutura’s investments in the international fresh fruit business, has hired Stephen Fink as vice president of avocados. Fink, formerly vice president of North American sales for Mission Produce, will spearhead Dayka & Hackett’s introduction of avocados to the U.S. and global markets.

Eagle Eye Produce, a grower-shipper of fresh produce based in Idaho Falls, ID, started shipping new crop russet, red and yellow potatoes from its packing facilities in Idaho and Washington this week, as well as a new crop of yellow, red and white onions from its facilities in western Idaho and eastern Oregon.

Stemilt is back on the road this year with The Great American Rave Race, building on the success of the 2019 Rave Road trip. This year’s campaign aims to raise widespread awareness for the branded apple among consumers and produce buyers alike. Stemilt Marketing Director Brianna Shales said the company is encouraging consumers to catch the apple before it’s gone during its short season.

The Fresh Produce & Floral Council held the annual City of Hope Membership Luncheon on Wednesday, Aug. 17, at the Sheraton Cerritos in Cerritos, CA, where council members helped support City of Hope programs and raised over $140,000 for the City of Hope. The next FPFC event is the second annual FPFC Luau, A Mahalo Celebration, on Saturday, Sept. 24 at Newport Dunes in Newport Beach, CA.