J&C Tropicals announced the appointment of Jessie Capote Esq. as its new CEO. He assumed responsibilities Jan. 1, 2021, and succeeds Carlos Capote.

Fresh produce packaging innovator StePac Ltd. is gaining growing interest in the retail sector for its functional standing pouches. The attractive, high-performance resealable bags are crafted with the company’s proprietary Xgo advanced modified atmosphere/modified humidity (MA/MH) technology. They’re designed to significantly lengthen the shelf life of fresh produce and reduce waste in the supply chain as well as in the consumer’s homes.

Michigan apple lovers have a new variety to get excited about with the EverCrisp, a cross between Honeycrisp and Fuji. This late-season apple stores well and is long-lasting, boasting even better quality coming out of storage. The variety shares the sweet and crisp qualities of its parent varieties and can last for weeks without refrigeration.

Dole Packaged Foods has partnered with Bashas’ and Food City supermarkets to help schools education children about nutrition. Now through Feb. 12, Arizona residents can fill out an application online to nominate their favorite K-5 school in the state (located within a 10-mile distance of a Bashas’ or Food City grocery store) for a chance to receive a learning garden at bashas.com or captainplanetfoundation.org/contest/bashas.

Meijer will host the Lift Local Supplier Event, giving local businesses across the retailer’s six-state footprint the opportunity to showcase their offerings to Meijer merchants virtually.

Moxxy Marketing has added Beth Adan, an experienced marketer, SEO strategist and content creator, in a new role of marketing director to manage brand objectives and increase agency visibility.

Adan has an extensive background in marketing, PR and content creation, most recently in the cannabis, hemp and CBD industries. She will propel Moxxy’s marketing to increase thought-leadership and continue to expand audiences and opportunities in the fresh produce industry.