Intelligent Global Pooling Systems, an Orlando, FL-based pallet-rental service that provides shippers and receivers with lightweight, 100 percent recyclable all-plastic pallets embedded with RFID tags, will promote the latest advancement in its product line at the United Fresh Produce Association convention in New Orleans.

Uesugi Farms Inc. a major grower-shipper of green and colored Bell peppers and an array of hot chili peppers, has introduced a new variety of chili to its line-up.

For Patrick Delaney, a love of music led to a career in radio that ultimately led to a job at the United Fresh Produce Association.

Mr. Delaney, communications manager for United Fresh, grew up in Kansas City, a mecca for music lovers and a hub for the meat industry.

PUEBLO, CO — With a client base that stretches around the globe, Magnuson Corp. and its parent company, Atlas Pacific Co., manufacture and supply a full range of vegetable, fruit and meat processing equipment.

WASHINGTON — The yearly release of pesticide residue data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture should be framed in a way not to discourage people from consuming fresh produce, 18 produce trade groups wrote Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack in an April 27 letter.