Crunch Pak, a sliced apples specialist, will debut several items at the 2014 PMA Fresh Summit in Anaheim.

Crunch Pak’s booth (No. 3084) will highlight the variety and scope of the company’s products available and feature its newest items, including the NBA Fit Snacker, which will be sold in Walmart stores this basketball season.

YOUNG HARRIS, GA — The Southeast Produce Council launched Southern Roots, its new leadership program for women in produce, with a reception Friday afternoon, Sept. 26, during the council's annual fall conference.

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Veggie Patch, a leading brand of vegetable-based snacks and entrees, has teamed up with notable vegetarian chef Cindi Avila to serve as the brand spokeswoman for ongoing public relations and social media efforts.

Chiquita Brands International Inc. and Fyffes plc have approved a revised agreement for the proposed combination of the companies. Under the terms of the amended agreement, Chiquita shareholders are expected to own approximately 59.6 percent of ChiquitaFyffes, an increase from 50.7 percent under the previous agreement.

Albert Ramirez has been named New Limeco's director of sales. He joins the company with more 25 years of produce experience already under his belt.