B&W Quality Growers brings expanding leafy greens portfolio to IFPA Foodservice Conference
As the foodservice industry gathers for the IFPA Foodservice Conference, B&W Quality Growers will be showcasing both its long-established leafy greens program and an emerging product that is generating increased interest among chefs and retailers alike.
Zespri's organic kiwi delivering strong growth
Retailers and produce industry professionals are invited to visit Zespri Kiwifruit at booth No. 203 during the Organic Produce Summit, July 14-16 in Monterey, CA, to learn how organic SunGold kiwifruit can help grow department sales and meet increasing shopper demand for premium organic produce.
The Giorgio Cos. partners with Martin Lishman to advance mushroom quality
The Giorgio Cos., a leading grower, packer, processor and distributor of fresh and value-added mushrooms, announced its collaboration with Martin Lishman Ltd. to develop a custom “smart mushroom” sensor solution designed to enhance product quality across its operations.
Wakefern to invest $500M in Northeast farms
In advance of its annual Local Produce Supplier Summit on July 15, Wakefern Food Corp. announced a $500 million commitment to sourcing fresh produce from local and regional farmers and growers across the Northeast over the next five years. Wakefern’s summit will be held at the New Jersey Convention & Expo Center and brings together growers, Wakefern members and industry leaders to strengthen partnerships and expand access to locally grown produce and products.
Earthbound Farm introduces Regenerative Organic Certified salad greens
Earthbound Farm has launched its first-ever Regenerative Organic Certified Spring Mix, which will be available for a limited time nationwide through October 2026. Earthbound Farm's ROC program builds on its existing organic standards with additional farming practices intended to improve soil health, promote carbon sequestration and enhance biodiversity:
Smart Plastic Technologies offers a sustainable packaging solution for fresh produce
A company whose packaging technology enables polyethylene or polypropylene (PE/PP) packaging to completely bio-assimilate — turn into CO2, water and biomass at the end of its life cycle — is sparking interest in the fresh produce industry.
Syngenta Group appoints Hengde Qin as chief executive officer
Syngenta Group announced its board of directors has unanimously appointed Hengde Qin as chief executive officer, effective Aug. 1, 2026, following a thorough nomination and succession process. Qin, currently chief operating officer and head of seeds, succeeds Jeff Rowe, who will remain in the role through Aug. 1 before returning to the United States after nearly 10 years with the company.
Market Minute: Northwest cherries peaking for promotions
This is it — the peak shipping season for Northwest cherries.Get the premium cherry gems in your weekly ads fast because volume is down this year compared to the bumper crop of the previous two years. Even though the crop is lighter, the Washington cherry quality is superior and they’re ready to be promoted. Many retailers are jumping on the opportunity by entering into timely promotions to drive sales volume while the crop is in its peak range.
CAC calls for policies that strengthen domestic ag sustainability
As the United States moves forward with the joint review of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, and following U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer’s announcement that the United States will not renew the agreement in its current form, the California Avocado Commission has launched a new advocacy initiative supporting the establishment of a seasonal Tariff Rate Quota on Mexican avocado imports during California's peak harvest season.
Fresh Farms closes strong Mexico grape season, begins California harvest
Fresh Farms, based in Rio Rico, AZ, successfully closed its Sonora grape season, marked by strong performance, operational consistency, reliable supply and high-quality fruit. The company has now transitioned to California, where its first grape shipments are already under way to support ongoing customer programs.