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FoodMaven new hire adds to growth strategy
DENVER — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 30, 2020 — FoodMaven BB #:349527 today announced the addition of Bobby Grinstead to...
D’Arrigo CA offers digital recipe guide book for the holidays
Salinas, CA – Everyone looks forward to the holidays by enjoying the company of family and friends, creating new memories...
The Secret Life of Groceries unveiled
You’ve seen this statistic countless times: less than 3 percent of the American population produces enough food to feed everyone....
Blue Apron names COO
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)– November 30, 2020 Blue Apron Holdings, Inc. BB #:292398, today announced the appointment of Charlean Gmunder as...
C-Stores: Opportunities for fresh produce growth
Out of bananas and apples? Have a taste for fresh, locally grown blueberries or need some heirloom tomatoes to mix...
Boston retailer joins Wakefern, will convert to Price Rite banner
Keasbey, NJ (Nov. 30, 2020) – Wakefern Food Corp. BB #:101244 today announced that Madison Foods, BB #:203620 a third-generation...
Virtual events leave us starving for connection
I started 2020 on a roll, with back-to-back visits to Blue Book members, field tours, and one of the largest...
Produce Pro celebrates 30 year anniversary
WOODRIDGE, Ill., Dec. 1, 2020 – A leader in ERP software for the produce and perishables industry, Produce Pro Software...
USDA restricts PACA violators in California, Florida and Texas
As part of its efforts to enforce the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA) and ensure fair trading practices within the...
Blackberry production, exports drop in Michoacan, Mexico
As the debate continues whether Mexican imports harm U.S. domestic growers, Mexican growers report a significant decline in blackberry production...
ProduceIQ: Markets on edge with pandemic impacts
Demand is light as the produce industry takes a collective deep breath following the Thanksgiving rush. This lull typically lasts...
Veg Pro recalls baby spinach due to Salmonella risk
Company Announcement: Vegpro International BB #:160183 of Sherrington, QC Canada is recalling Fresh Attitude baby spinach (5oz and 11oz) with...
Starr Ranch Growers sweetens the holiday season with baking promotion
Wenatchee, WA – Starr Ranch Growers BB #:281685 is making the holiday season a little sweeter this year with apple-centric...
G&R Farms partners retailers for Season of Giving promotion
Glennville, GA – In an effort to give back during the holiday season, G&R Farms BB #:114342 has partnered with...
Roger Pepperl retiring after 40 year career
WENATCHEE, WA – Produce marketer and former retail buyer/merchandiser, Roger Pepperl, is retiring after a 40-year career spent elevating the...
Strawberries in 2020 are a tale of supply and demand, not pandemic
The national strawberry market in 2020 appears to have been influenced much more by traditional factors, such as weather and...
Dupré Logistics enters produce market with acquisition
LAFAYETTE, LA (NOVEMBER 12, 2020) – Dupré Logistics has completed its acquisition of Michigan-based TTS Logistics, BB #:371015 marking the...
The U.S. dominates pear exports to Mexico
The United States dominates in exports of pears to Mexico, especially from Oregon and Washington. According to statistics from the...