Paul Gianetto has been promoted to president of Raley’s Operating Division. Gianetto will oversee the performance and growth of Raley’s 119 stores across California and Nevada, as well as the Natomas Distribution operations.

In a prominent position in Costco’s headquarters building in Issaquah, WA, stands a stainless steel sculpture featuring five salmon and the retailer’s famous Salmon Story.

It is a story that highlights the company’s Mission Statement of continually providing its customers with high quality products at the lowest price level. A search of the internet reveals that this story has been broadly circulated and has come to exemplify the Costco experience.

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas annual Spring Policy Summit will be held on April 2 at the Tubac Golf Resort & Spa followed by the North American Produce Food Safety Summit on April 3 at the same location.

IFCO, a global leader in reusable packaging solutions for fresh food, announced that its U.S. operations have achieved the prestigious “We Invest in People” Silver Accreditation by Investors in People.

This recognition highlights IFCO’s dedication to fostering a positive workplace environment and supporting employee development.

Cold temperatures in the southwestern desert growing regions are forecast to continue throughout the week. These desert fields will see very cold morning temperatures with moderate lettuce ice across the region into Saturday before a warming trend begins next week.

The 2025 domestic blueberry season is shaping up to be a strong one and Somerfield Farms is positioned to be among the earliest to market with fresh blueberries from central and south Florida.

As imports from South America begin to decline, Somerfield Farms will be ready to transition smoothly into domestic production supporting retail, wholesale and foodservice partners alike with high-quality fruit starting late February and building to strong volumes by early March.