Celebrating the leaders behind fresh produce
In a historic first for the Farmworker of the Year Award, two leaders have been named winners of the 2026 honor: María Bárbara Reséndiz Martínez of GoodFarms and Jesús Gutiérrez Manuel of Stemilt Growers, recognized for their impact on their teams, workplaces and the future of agriculture.
The Little Potato Co. brings America's favorite flavor to the produce aisle with new 'A Little Homestyle Ranch Microwave Ready Kits'
The Little Potato Co. is adding a new staple to its Microwave Ready Kit lineup: A Little Homestyle Ranch. Available at major retailers, the new kit pairs the brand’s signature Little Potatoes with the crowd-pleasing flavor of ranch.“Ranch is the No. 1 dressing flavor in the country, and potatoes are the No. 1 side dish – it’s the perfect pairing,” said Angela Santiago, CEO and co-founder of The Little Potato Co. “Our new kit makes it easy to get a family-friendly dish in five minutes, leaving more time to enjoy the little moments together.”
CalFlowers announces search for director of marketing to lead industry growth and national rebrand
CalFlowers, a national floral trade association representing more than 900 members across 48 states, announced the creation of a new director of marketing position as part of the association's continued investment in industry growth, consumer engagement and its comprehensive organizational rebrand.
A crisp standard that redefines organic freshness
In the organic produce category, cucumbers are expected to deliver freshness, crunch, and reliability. While that sounds straightforward, achieving it at scale across seasons and retail environments is complex. Quality can vary with growing conditions, making dependable performance a defining factor in shopper trust and repeat purchase behavior.
Walmart goes with the nuclear option
Walmart and Constellation announced a long-term nuclear power purchase agreement for emissions-free electricity from Constellation’s Dresden Clean Energy Center in Illinois. The agreement includes approximately 176 megawatt of wholesale supply, including 30 megawatt of expanded generating capacity.
CPMA advances action to reduce food loss and waste
The Canadian Produce Marketing Association is advancing a coordinated, sector-led response to food loss and waste, focused on practical policy, industry collaboration and targeted investment to unlock environmental and economic value across Canada’s fresh produce supply chain.
Naturipe delivers record volumes of premium blueberries
Naturipe is heading into the heart of blueberry season with plenty of fruit and some of the best quality it has seen in years. Its northern region crops across New Jersey, Michigan and the Pacific Northwest are producing excellent conventional and organic blueberries, with particularly strong supplies of Mighty Blues and Sweet Selections available throughout the season.
Hy-Vee to host supplier summit
Hy-Vee Inc. will host this year’s Hy-Vee Opportunity Supplier Impact Summit Sept. 9-10 at Hy-Vee corporate headquarters in West Des Moines, IA.The Opportunity Supplier Impact Summit provides small businesses and entrepreneurs with valuable resources and gives them a chance to pitch their products directly to Hy-Vee category managers.
Titan Farms celebrates America’s 250th birthday with limited-time America’s Peach Box
Titan Farms is bringing back its America’s Peach Box for a limited time, giving retailers a unique opportunity to celebrate peak peach season alongside America’s 250th birthday.Now being packed and shipped to select retailers, the America-themed boxes will be available in stores for a limited time through mid-July. With peach volume typically at its highest around the Fourth of July, America’s Peach Box offers a timely way to support customers, drive excitement in the produce department, and create seasonal displays that stand out.
California Agricultural Leadership Foundation welcomes new board members
The California Agricultural Leadership Foundation named Erin O'Donnell (Class 50) and Michael Frantz (Class 36) to its board of directors.