Ocean Mist Farms, a leading grower and marketer of fresh artichokes in the U.S., is once again investing in partnerships with national influencers for the 2021-22 crop year.

Last year, Mintel released its robust market research report on how today's consumers approach nutrition. Among various diet assessments, eating habits and affordability, the findings revealed that even the most discerning consumers valued taste above all. Providing consumers with an incredible eating experience is IFG's mission statement, which proves that we as innovative breeders are on the right path, based on Mintel's report.

BJ’s Wholesale Club, a leading operator of membership warehouse clubs in the Eastern United States, is awarding its club and distribution center team members with a recognition bonus in appreciation of their continued hard work and commitment to serving BJ’s members. The latest bonus totals $8 million and is another example of how BJ’s is making a significant investment in its team members.

Hapco Farms, a leading broccoli shipper based in Westhampton Beach, NY, with growing areas in Maine, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina and New York, is expanding its broccoli acreage via a growing partnership with Titan Farms.

Titan Farms, based in Ridge Spring, SC, and perhaps best known as a leading peach grower on the East Coast, has added broccoli and peppers to its roster over the years. Under the terms of the partnership, Titan will oversee day-to-day growing operations for Hapco.

Healthy Family Project’s annual Power Your Lunchbox campaign launched earlier this month with a focus on empowering kids to pack their own lunches, make after school snacks and help prepare family meals along with a new element that puts the spotlight on super star teachers. The program, now in its eighth year and in partnership with health-conscious brand partners, has raised more than $165,000 to benefit charities that support families.

United Natural Foods Inc. announced a new milestone expansion to its relationship with RangeMe, a leading online platform that streamlines new product discovery between over 200,000 suppliers and retailers. The evolved relationship between the companies, who have worked together for the past four years, enhances the ability for retailers and emerging suppliers to facilitate purchase orders directly on UNFI’s Easy Options platform through RangeMe.