During its second Spring and Summer Selling Show of 2025 in Orlando, FL, United Natural Foods Inc. recognized five high-performing retailers of various sizes that are driving growth, innovation, and community impact across the grocery retail industry.

UNFI’s show brought together more than 4,500 attendees, connecting 2,300 retailers with nearly 900 supplier brands over two days. Exhibitors showcased thousands of unique items, including 50 new-to-market products, spanning the natural, organic, fresh, specialty and conventional grocery categories.

Chiquita Brands has licensed its name and signature flavors to Applied Nutrition PLC for a new line of sports nutrition products. Produced and distributed by Applied Nutrition, this innovative lineup brings Chiquita’s vibrant banana and pineapple flavors to consumers seeking delicious and functional products for their active lifestyles.
 
The new AN Performance line features hydration, pre-workout, non-stimulant and whey protein powders co-branded with Chiquita.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Pharr International Bridge seized more than $880,000 in cocaine concealed within a tractor trailer hauling broccoli.

“Our frontline CBP officers continue to exercise resolute vigilance, utilize their training, experience, technology and the end result is this significant seizure of cocaine,” said Port Director Carlos Rodriguez, Hidalgo/Pharr/Anzalduas Port of Entry.

Driscoll’s announces the retirement of Tom O’Brien, senior vice president of global human resources and general counsel, who will step down from his leadership role early in the year. A pivotal figure in the produce industry with a career spanning more than 30 years, O’Brien leaves behind a remarkable legacy of innovation, advocacy and leadership.

NatureSweet and Barilla launched a co-branded campaign, A Burst of Energy & Flavor, inspiring families to create vibrant meals that delight the senses.

Dole announced the appointment of Mike Secor as vice president of marketing, Americas and the expansion of Stacy Smoot's current executive sales role into vice president, retail and foodservice sales. Secor and Smoot succeed previous Vice President of Marketing Nora Witt and Vice President of Foodservice Stuart McAllister, who announced their retirements in 2024.