The New England Produce Council has announced its inaugural 2025 Leadership Class, a select group of rising professionals from across the produce industry. As part of the program’s kickoff, the leadership class recently toured C&S Wholesale Grocers Inc., where they experienced a behind-the-scenes look at the company's operations and its cutting-edge Symbotic automation system.

Okanagan Specialty Fruits, developer of the bioengineered Arctic apple, successfully hosted Envisioning the Farm of the Future on April 30.

The Kroger Co. launched its juiciest limited-edition collection yet – Private Selection Cherry Harvest. Debuting just in time for cherry season, the fruity collection is available now to bring customers a sweet taste of the warmer months ahead and can be shopped in store while supplies last.

The Controlled Environment Agriculture Alliance has announced its new officers and members of its Board of Directors for 2025.

Chestnut Hill Farms announced Bill Sheridan, a valued member of its Advisory Board, died on May 2.
 
Mr. Sheridan was much more than a dedicated leader in the produce industry—he was a trusted mentor, advisor, and friend to many. His career, which spanned over 40 years, had an indelible impact on the banana and pineapple industries. 
 

SpartanNash recently celebrated the grand opening of its newest Supermercado Nuestra Familia—the fourth location in SpartanNash’s Hispanic retail banner. With the transition, the newly renovated Supermercado Nuestra Familia reflects the company’s continued commitment to providing a tailored shopping experience that reflects the tastes and traditions of South Omaha’s Hispanic community.