In 2022, the Louisiana Sweet Potato Commission will celebrate its 70th year representing sweet potato growers, shippers, processors and bankers by educating consumers on the yam’s many nutritional attributes and versatility.

Bashas’ Family of Stores has signed a definitive agreement to be acquired by Raley’s Holding Co., an independent regional grocer based in California. The companies said Bashas’ store banners, employment and operations across Arizona will continue without change or interruption. The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2021.

We all know that salads are a healthy meal choice, but let’s face it, they tend to get boring over time. So, how do you make your salads pop? Add fruit for texture and contrasting flavors and an interesting dressing and your taste buds will thank you!

Make your own dressing

Sweet potatoes are the bread and butter of Nash Produce’s operation. The company has supplied sweet potatoes to customers since the start of Nash Produce in 2006 and has only increased its total acreage year after year. 

Naturipe, a global leader of fresh berries, said its import blueberries from Peru are peaking early this season and in impressive volumes. With the first arrival of import berries being ahead of schedule and a very strong crop, Naturipe is excited about the rest of the season.
 

Vick Family Farms has a long history with sweet potatoes and today the product remains one of the most important crops it grows.

“Our sales now span a wide area across the world and we are proud of our history in the industry and the growth we have made over the last 46 years,” said Charlotte Vick, partner/sales and marketing manager at the Wilson, NC-based company. “Today we market nearly two million bushels.”