The U.S. Department of Agriculture has imposed sanctions on G&K Citrus LLC in Miami for violating the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act. These sanctions include barring the business and the principal operators of the business from engaging in PACA-licensed business or other activities without approval from USDA.

Doing business in what’s known as The Mushroom Capital of the World, Kennett Square, PA-based Phillips Mushroom Farms is one of the largest growers of specialty mushrooms in the area.

“Phillips Mushroom Farms has been growing mushrooms in Kennett Square since 1927,” said Sean Steller, director of business development for the company. “Initially, mushrooms were distributed at markets and not transported very far due to perishability and lack of refrigeration. The industry has come a long way in just the last few decades.”

Litehouse Inc. unveiled a new line of thick and creamy Litehouse Dips & Spreads, which complements the brand’s breadth of product offerings. The new dip and spreads line features bold flavors for every dip-worthy occasion and brings the delicious taste of Litehouse dressings to the dip and spread category.

With a short six-week window that starts in mid-June, North Carolina potato growers produce approximately 16,000 acres of potatoes annually, making it one of the state’s most important crops in the summertime.

Helping in the success — year after year — is the North Carolina Potato Association, which was formed in 1928 and is the oldest commodity association in North Carolina. 

Walmart is expanding its DroneUp delivery network to 34 sites by the end the year, providing the potential to reach 4 million U.S. households across six states: Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Texas, Utah and Virginia. This provides the company with the ability to deliver over 1 million packages by drone in a year.

Side Delights suggests retailers stock up on potatoes as the grilling season, occasion and culture evolves, calling for healthy, year-round options beyond the traditional barbecue.