DNO Produce and WCBE 90.5 joined forces again this year to benefit the underprivileged in Ohio by conducting a Fresh-Cut Food Drive on March 4 in Grove City, OH, just outside the capital city of Columbus. 

The continued growth of organic fresh produce has spurred a debate on the value of consumer brands compared to their private label counterparts — and its impact on overall sales. Private Label vs. Consumer Brand: The Competition for Shelf Space will explore the changing dynamics and challenges of traditional consumer brands as they face off against private label to win the wallet and minds of organic consumers, as part of the second announced educational session at Organic Produce Summit 2022.

ORLANDO, FL — The produce industry gathered in force the first week in March at the Southeast Produce Council's Southern Exposure 2022 conference and trade show to celebrate "The Marvel of Produce" and reconnect in person with colleagues and friends. For many attendees, it was the first time they had seen one another in a couple of years, as the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic finally seems to be in the rearview mirror.

From Spider-Man, Iron Man and Ant-Man to Black Panther, Black Widow and Groot, Marvel super heroes are in a league all their own. And now, more than ever, many would agree that everyday heroes deserve the same accolades and admiration.

Ten years ago the Big Idaho Potato Truck hit the road for a year-long tour to celebrate the Idaho Potato Commission’s 75th anniversary. Fast forward a decade and three giant taters later to a national phenomenon that folks still clamor to photograph and share on social media. The Big Idaho Potato Truck was the inspiration for the New Year’s Eve Potato Drop and Big Idaho Potato Hotel, which have both been recognized by media around the globe.  

–Photos taken by Gordon M. Hochberg, John Groh, Craig Levitt, Adam Campbell and Kyle Eberth

ORLANDO, FL —  It was a return to normalcy as the Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Exposure expo was bursting at the seams with smiling attendees and exhibitors. Following a rousing keynote address by Tim Tebow, the buzz on the show floor was immediate, palpable  — and lasting — as it remained busy until closing.