The Allen Lund Co. promoted Paul Ellis to assistant general manager of the Memphis office.

Ellis graduated from the University of Memphis in 2008. He began his career in the supply chain industry by working with other transportation brokers before joining the Allen Lund Co. in 2017 as a broker in training. Since then, he has advanced through the ranks to broker, senior transportation broker and operations manager.

Potandon Produce LLC has appointed seasoned produce executive Mike Behrendt as its regional director of product procurement, based in Pendleton, IN.

Save A Lot announced that Bill Mayo, current chief operating officer, has been promoted to the role of CEO as current CEO Fred Boehler steps back from management of day-to-day operations. Boehler will remain active in an advisory role to both Mayo and the board of directors over the coming months.

Supermarkets are the leading source for the majority of fresh tomato sales in the U.S. Over 70 percent of tomatoes are imported into the country, primarily from Mexico and Canada.

California is a major producer of fresh tomatoes with Florida as the second-largest supplier in the U.S.

Zespri CEO Jason Te Brake said the kiwifruit forecast for the 2025-26 season reflects the strong start, with average per hectare returns forecast to reach record levels for all categories other than SunGold and organic green kiwi. 

“Our latest forecast is positive news for growers in a season with even more fruit to sell, with sales tracking well across our key markets including through the traditionally more competitive summer fruit season," he said.

The Foundation for Fresh Produce invited the produce industry to join it this September as the nonprofit organization kicks off its sixth annual National Fruits & Veggies Month. This month-long celebration of everyone’s favorite plants  — fruits and veggies — has reached millions of consumers each year.