Suppliers are reporting good quality on a new crop California navel oranges. The eating flavor is good and getting better as the season heightens. Beginning sizes will be 72, 88 and 113 count. Sizing will get better when 56 count and larger are harvested.

Even though this year's crop is lighter than last year, there will still be a good supply starting out. There should be aggressive deals on smaller fruit with value pricing on size 88s and 113s from now through January. Those are the sizes that will peak.

Learn the formula for turning salad into the ultimate winter comfort food!

Salads tend to be associated with summer because of their light and refreshing flavors that can help beat the heat. When winter comes around, we’re all looking for something a bit heartier that is comforting, yet still has fresh flavors and beautiful colors.

D’Arrigo New York has a long history with the New York Produce Show & Conference, and is ecstatic that the annual trade show in its “backyard” is offering a live and in-person experience this month.

The U.S. Food & Drug Administration announced the release of a proposed revision to Subpart E (Agricultural Water) of the Produce Safety Rule Dec. 2, and while that may mean change is coming for some in the produce industry that's not the case for key growers in Arizona and California.

The LGMA food-safety programs in Arizona and California have conducted an initial review of FDA’s proposal and have determined that the LGMA requirements appear to meet and exceed what is in the proposed new rule. 

In anticipation of the acquisition of Bashas’ Family of Stores later this month, Raley’s has announced that Laura Croff has been promoted to chief human resources officer of The Raley’s Cos., a newly formed enterprise that will oversee the organization’s independent operating divisions.

Goodvocado avocados, a way for consumers to purchase various sizes of avocados all in one pack, have arrived from Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A. Inc. Featuring avocados that naturally range from small to large, Goodvocado packs allow consumers to customize their use of avocados, ultimately helping them discover new ways to incorporate avocados into their everyday cuisine.