EMBARGO UNTIL APRIL 1, 2023 at 12:01 a.m. -DNO Produce introduces eye-watering raw onion cups for kids

COLUMBUS, OH — Get ready to cry tears of joy. DNO Produce BB #:134515 is shaking things up with its newest product: Raw Onion Cups for kids! Pungent and bold, the new product is sure to take classrooms and cafeterias by storm.

A leading distributor of fresh produce, DNO is proud to re-imagine the often-overlooked kitchen staple. Offered in a fun and convenient single-serving cups, raw onions are diced into small, bite-sized pieces that are easy for little ones to manage.

As with all new items, DNO conducts meticulous market research, using expert taste testers: the children of their associates*. Though hesitant at first, the kids tried the item (after a little encouragement and bribery). Some declared it a “punch in the face,” while others said it tasted like “stinky feet.” One six-year-old sniffled several times, proclaiming it to be “spicy.” One fourth grader noted, “We should give these to my sister.”

DNO is known for introducing innovative, new-to-market produce offerings, especially for school food service settings. “Our customers are always asking us to imagine new and unique items for their students,” said Education Sales Director Kevin Allen. “And to think, this was right under our noses the whole time! Onions add a delightful crunch and tanginess that kids are sure to enjoy. I am confident our young customers will love this addition to our offerings.”

“Don’t worry about the strong smell and taste,” explained Vice President of Brand and People, Marissa Dake. “That’s how you know they’re working. Try our raw onion this spring and watch your lunchroom bloom!”

Alex DiNovo could not be reached for comment.

More information can be found at dnoproduce.com/blog/aprilfools23.

About DNO Produce

Committed to Healthy Made Easy, DNO Produce is a bulk and fresh-cut produce provider based in Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 1989, the family-owned company provides fresh, healthy, ready-to-eat fruits and vegetables across seventeen states. More than apple slices and baby carrots, DNO is known for offering innovative, new-to-market products like kumquats, watermelon radish, and golden kiwi. DNO’s FRESHEALTH product line offers individually packaged produce for school nutrition programs, food service operations, retail grab-n-go, and meal kit offerings. For more information, visit, www.dnoproduce.com.

*Disclaimer: No children were harmed in the making of this April Fool’s prank.