Fresh Origins is making a splash at this year's IFPA Foodservice Conference in booth No. 317, with two major highlights: the launch of its newly defined Classics collection and the debut of its latest innovation, Micro Blue Ocean Mix.

Wakefern Food Corp. supermarket banners ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Gourmet Garage and Fairway Market are inviting job seekers to explore career opportunities during a series of walk-in hiring fairs on Saturday, July 25.

MONTEREY, CA – The 10th Organic Produce Summit drew a large crowd and saw steady traffic on the trade show floor throughout the day on June 16, here. In addition to browsing nearly 200 booths, attendees had the opportunity to check out chef demos from the California Table Grape Commission and Bayer Crop Science, as well as see a CDFA dog in action.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in collaboration with state and local partners, are investigating a multistate outbreak of Cyclospora illnesses linked to shredded Iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell locations in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia. The illnesses included in this outbreak are a subset of the Cyclospora illnesses identified nationwide. 

Connecticut’s agricultural industry is building momentum in 2026 through a combination of strategic investments, expanded local food initiatives and consumer outreach designed to strengthen farms while increasing demand for Connecticut-grown products.

From funding farm expansion and succession planning to promoting seasonal crops and celebrating the state’s agricultural heritage, the Connecticut Department of Agriculture has launched a series of initiatives this year that underscore its long-term commitment to the industry.

The International Fresh Produce Association announced the 20 recipients of the 2026 Retail Produce Manager Awards, recognizing their outstanding dedication to fresh produce, inventive merchandising, community engagement and exceptional customer service.