Sun World hires chief commercial officer, promotes licensing executives
These executives will report to Lugo and will manage the company’s licensing activities and staff.
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SL Produce launches new packaged vegetable brand
Mexican grower-exporter SL Produce has announced the launch of Tenderland, a new packaged vegetable brand for the North American market, which emphasizes the Sinaloa-based company’s respect for the land, the soil, and its workers, as well as showcasing the care it takes during the entire production and distribution cycle.
Peruvian Hass avocados expected to rebound in 2025 to record volume
From the beginning of 2024 until the end of week 36 (September 8), Peru avocado exports dropped 11 percent according to ProHass.
Hurricane Helene crop update
Initial Hurricane Helene reports out of South Georgia and North Florida growing regions are better than expected, despite heavy rainfall
Survey shows 69% of consumers buy groceries online
According to the survey findings, of 1,000 U.S. consumers 18 years old and older, 69% of consumers purchase groceries online in some capacity, indicating a strong and growing preference for these services.
Center for Produce Safety prepares for leadership change
After 16 years as the staff lead for the Center for Produce Safety, Bonnie Fernandez-Fenaroli will begin a new chapter in mid-2025.
USDA addresses East Coast and Gulf Coast port strikes
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released the following statement in response to labor disputes at East Coast and Gulf Coast ports
Simbe study shows consumer affinity for in-store robots
As a surging number of global retailers deploy Simbe’s platform, new research also reveals that over three of four shoppers prefer retailers with in-store robots.
Salad and Go welcomes new nonprofit Salad and Go Charities
Salad and Go Charities, which operates independently of Salad and Go, will focus its support in three key areas.
Produce Distributors Association provides FSMA 204 guidance
The complexities of FSMA 204(d) prompted the session to concentrate on distributors, who are scrambling to both try to understand the nuances of the Food Traceability Final Rule.
