With less than two weeks until the 2022 Viva Fresh Expo opens the doors, the excitement is palpable as the industry prepares to gather with friends and colleagues to showcase their newest products and share ideas. And with that, this week TIPA has announced the lineup of education sessions.

After a challenging winter with weather complications that induced quality issues, the lettuce category appears brighter as it moves from the Yuma, AZ,  winter deal to California. The market is softening on prices and shippers are saying the quality is looking good.

If you’ve found yourself in a seemingly endless dietary loop of the same old line-up, try this deliciously creative Cucumber Mango Smoothie Bowl recipe as a fresh take on classic smoothies.

Throughout these past two challenging years, Mr. Greens Produce has managed to succeed and maintain its outstanding reputation in the produce industry. According to CEO Nick Politis, the goal for 2022 has been to continue moving forward entering a post-COVID-19 world.

It's not Cinco de Mayo without guacamole, and to help consumers along Avocados From Mexico is partnering with Mission and Modelo to turn Cinco festivities into CincOMG-worthy celebrations.

Potatoes USA, the marketing and promotion board for the potato industry, elected new leadership during its annual meeting. The newly elected chairman and executive committee will lead the board through 2022-23.