JSL Foods Inc.'s Amber Farms brand has introduced its plant-based protein pastas to meet today’s consumer demand for vegan- and flexitarian-friendly pastas. The line consist of a Fettuccine Bowl with Vegan Chicken & Garlic Alfredo Sauce and an organic plant-based protein Italian-style spaghetti and linguine. All three items offer an affordable price and can be microwaved in minutes offering a quick and flavorful plant-based protein option.

Onions 52 Inc. welcomed a new member of its sales team: onion industry veteran Tiffany Cruickshank. Cruickshank is based in the Treasure Valley region and will be focusing on Idaho-Oregon operations along with sales and marketing for Onions 52.

R.C. Hatton Farms operates an 8,000-acre farm located beside Lake Okeechobee on the eastern shore of Pahokee, FL, an area well known for offering some of the most fertile “black gold” in the United States.

Paul Allen, co-owner and president of the company, describes the landscape as perfect for anything and everything that it grows— including green beans, corn and sugar cane among others. In fact, when talking Florida-grown spring produce, there’s virtually no one with as much experience.

With less than two weeks until the 2022 Viva Fresh Expo opens the doors, the excitement is palpable as the industry prepares to gather with friends and colleagues to showcase their newest products and share ideas. And with that, this week TIPA has announced the lineup of education sessions.

After a challenging winter with weather complications that induced quality issues, the lettuce category appears brighter as it moves from the Yuma, AZ,  winter deal to California. The market is softening on prices and shippers are saying the quality is looking good.

If you’ve found yourself in a seemingly endless dietary loop of the same old line-up, try this deliciously creative Cucumber Mango Smoothie Bowl recipe as a fresh take on classic smoothies.