TK Fresh values strong relationships with suppliers and customers
Over its 40-year history, TK Fresh has built supplier relationships based on trust, transparency, consistency and mutual growth.The company views its suppliers as long-term partners rather than vendors, said Lorenzo Scala, co-founder of the Toronto-based fresh produce distributor.“Our goal is not only to purchase produce but also to help suppliers establish and expand their presence in the Canadian market through our sales expertise, retail relationships and distribution network,” Scala said.
Syngenta signs MoU to be strategic partner in India's first open-data agricultural ecosystem Annam.AI
India’s agriculture sector is a global powerhouse, characterized by its massive scale, vast arable land, diverse agro-climatic zones and rich biodiversity. These strengths have propelled the country to become one of the world’s leading producers of crops such as rice and wheat. However, farmers face significant challenges – from erratic monsoons, severe droughts and unseasonal rains compounded by El Niño, to pests and diseases that destroy an estimated 30 percent of crops annually.
Vanderpump Blooms x Bloom Haus floral collection by Lisa Vanderpump expands line
The Kroger Co. announced the expansion of Vanderpump Blooms x Bloom Haus, a floral collection curated by businesswoman, TV personality, author and philanthropist Lisa Vanderpump, to include Vanderpump Home featuring several new products available in stores now with more to be released throughout the year.
Meijer cuts prices on summer staples
Midwest retailer Meijer is dropping prices on Meijer brand grocery essentials through the July 4th holiday weekend, as well as adding new ways to earn more mPerks, helping customers celebrate America's 250th birthday for less.Through July 7, more than 100 Meijer brand items are discounted up to 50 percent, including Meijer brand food, drinks and picnic supply favorites for the summer months.
Ocean Spray names new CEO
Ocean Spray Cranberries Inc., the agricultural cooperative owned by roughly 700 family farmers, announced Abigail Buckwalter as its president and CEO. Buckwalter brings 20 years of global leadership experience across consumer-packaged goods and healthcare. She comes to Ocean Spray from Nestlé Health Science U.S., where she led the organization of more than 6,000 people for the past three years as CEO. During that time, she managed a complex and diverse multi-billion-dollar portfolio of global consumer and healthcare brands.
IFPA, The Foundation for Fresh Produce launch All Day, Every Day campaign
The International Fresh Produce Association and The Foundation for Fresh Produce have launched Fruits & Vegetables: All Day, Every Day, a campaign built to close the persistent gap between knowing produce matters and actually eating more of it. The effort debuted with an activation at IFPA's Washington Conference, bringing the industry together with one voice to align consumer inspiration with the policy work that protects access and strengthens demand.
IPR Fresh bullish on organic produce as category continues to evolve
As the organic produce category continues to mature, IPR Fresh sees significant opportunities for future growth and plans to bring that message to this year’s Organic Produce Summit.The Nogales, AZ-based company, a leading supplier of organic greenhouse-grown colored Bell peppers and cucumbers, believes organic produce has successfully transitioned from a niche offering to a core component of the produce department, creating new opportunities for retailers, growers and consumers alike.
Publix mourns community relations leader
Brian West, a community relations manager at Publix who spent more than 30 years in the retail grocery industry, died June 22. He was 58. Mr. West spent his full career at Publix. The company said his impact on everyone he met cannot be overstated.
Fresh Del Monte brings Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5 characters to produce aisles
This summer, the produce aisle is getting a cinematic upgrade.Fresh Del Monte is teaming up with Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5 to launch a global campaign that blends entertainment, retail and healthy habits, bringing one of the world’s most beloved franchises directly into shoppers’ baskets.
Dark Chocolate Pistachios With Sea Salt selected as a Good Housekeeping 2026 Snack Awards winner
Setton Farms announced that its Dark Chocolate Pistachios with Sea Salt have been named Best Sweet Pistachios in Good Housekeeping’s 2026 Snack Awards. The full list of awards is available at goodhousekeeping.com/snacks2026.