Latrobe, PA, resident Leo Sun is the winner of the second annual Dole Great American Banana Challenge after peeling and eating 11.5 bananas in the 125-second competition on Aug. 23, topping his own record of 11 bananas set during the inaugural event last year.

In today’s market, flexibility, efficiency and reliability are essential in logistics. As the link that connects the entire chain from grower to buyer, Royal FloraHolland has introduced two tools in Floriday, the RFH Dock Services app and Select Delivery, designed to streamline logistics processes.

The Mexican avocado industry is leading the agricultural sector with its commitment to a binding federal conservation agreement that aims to ensure all produce exports will be deforestation-free by 2030. 

Shoppers at Tops Friendly Markets can now use their NationsBenefits Benefits Mastercard Prepaid Card at all Tops locations to purchase fresh produce, pantry staples and over‑the‑counter wellness essentials with each transaction validated in real time by NationsBenefits’ Basket Adjudication Service.

Veg Fresh Farms started a modest fall program focused on traditional carving pumpkins about five years ago. Today, that program has rapidly expanded into a robust and diversified offering, distinguishing itself with unique heirloom varieties and custom-tailored mix-and-match bins designed to meet evolving consumer demand.

Continental Floral Greens has introduced its debut of Dahlias grown in the Pacific Northwest. Known for their vibrant colors and intricate forms, Dahlias are beloved as one of summer’s most expressive flowers. This debut marks an important step in its mission to bring new products to market that highlight innovation through Mother Nature.