Summer production supports Divine Flavor’s commitment to year-round supply
As the North American vegetable market enters the summer production window, Divine Flavor continues to strengthen its position as a dependable year-round supplier through expanded production programs in Baja California and Central Mexico.
Dependability drives D’Arrigo New York’s continued success
For a company that has spent generations serving New York’s produce industry, consistency remains the foundation of success at D’Arrigo New York.
Trendspotting: Shopper trust starts in the produce aisle
Cheerios are Cheerios. Oreos are Oreos. No matter where you buy them, they are going to taste the same. We all know winning shoppers and shopper loyalty is cultivated in stores’ fresh sections — especially the produce aisle. Just how important are these sections? Pretty darn important, according Logile Inc., a global leader in AI-powered Connected Workforce solutions.
IFPA welcomes Christina Ferreira as VP of food safety and quality
The International Fresh Produce Association announced that Christina Ferreira has joined the organization as vice president, food safety and quality. Ferreira brings more than 13 years of applied research and regulatory experience at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to the role, where she will serve as a trusted scientific resource for IFPA members on microbial hazards, produce safety and quality across the supply chain.
Skylar Rae cherry season returns
The wait is over for Skylar Rae cherries, which officially returned with nothing short of an exceptional crop. With outstanding quality and flavor, Skylar Rae delivers a firm, crisp bite paired with unmatched sweetness to produce a remarkable cherry eating experience.
Coalition supports Securing Agriculture’s Workforce Act
The Ag Wage Reform Coalition announced its support for the introduction of the Securing Agriculture’s Workforce Act (SAWA), legislation introduced by House Agriculture Committee Chairman G.T. Thompson to modernize and strengthen the nation’s agricultural workforce system.
Redner’s Markets, Giorgio and Modern Soils launch circularity-centered partnership
Redner’s Markets, Giorgio Fresh Co. and Modern Soils have joined forces to create a pioneering closed-loop partnership that demonstrates how agriculture, manufacturing and retail can work together to deliver environmentally responsible products while creating meaningful connections between food production and home gardening.
IFPA highlights need for stable, rules-based trade ahead of USMCA Review
Building on the momentum of The Washington Conference, which saw fresh produce and floral industry advocate on key policy issues ranging from nutrition to food safety to global trade, the International Fresh Produce Association has released its position on the U.S. - Mexico - Canada Agreement (USMCA), which is slated for its first mandatory review on July 1.
New York produce industry builds on relationships, resilience and regional strength
New York's produce industry enters the second half of 2026 facing many of the same challenges affecting the rest of the country - weather volatility, inflationary pressures and rising transportation costs.Yet the state continues to benefit from a unique combination of agricultural diversity, a strong wholesale infrastructure and a deep network of growers, distributors and marketers that have helped keep fresh produce moving throughout the Northeast.
Ahold Delhaize USA names new CEO
Claire Peters, an experienced retail leader with three decades of expertise in grocery, consumer and retail businesses across international markets, will join Ahold Delhaize USA Sept. 8 as CEO. Her additional appointment as member of the management board is subject to shareholder approval at an Extraordinary General Meeting of shareholders to be held later this year, as well as customary regulatory approval.