Month: October 2011

Sodexo Releases First Performance-Based Sustainability Report For North America

October 3, 2011 Sodexo, Inc.

Sodexo, Inc., the leading global provider of Quality of Daily Life Solutions, released its first performance-based sustainability report for North America today, covering baseline data and progress for fiscal year 2010. Available online at bettertomorrow.sodexousa.com, the report opens with an enlightening introductory video titled "What's for Lunch" and details baseline measures in three key areas: Environmental Performance, Healthy and Sustainable Food Systems, and Communities. …

NatureSeal To Showcase First Step At PMA

October 3, 2011 NatureSeal

NatureSeal will showcase its First Step prewash for leafy greens and whole produce at the PMA Show next month in Atlanta.
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Squircle Clamshell Named Finalist In PMA Impact Awards Excellence In Packaging Competition

October 3, 2011 Hollandia Produce, LLC

Hollandia Produce LLCs new Squircle clamshell and accompanying harness style shipping carton have been named as one of twenty eight finalist in the 2011 PMA Impact Awards Excellence in Packaging competition. In its 5th year, the PMA Impact Award is presented to companies recognized for maximizing all opportunities to sell more fresh produce and floral products through innovative packaging. …

Argentinean Blueberry Committee Releases Pre-Season Fall Crop Report

October 3, 2011 Argentinean Blueberry Committee

The Argentinean Blueberry Committee (ABC) released its pre-season crop report and projects its association members will begin shipping fall blueberries to the United States by air the week of Oct. 3. …

FFVA Honors Industry Veteran & Tomato Producer Tony DiMare For Distinguished Service

October 3, 2011 Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association

Tony DiMare, vice president of DiMare Company and a veteran in the tomato industry, was awarded the Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association’s Distinguished Service Award during the organization’s 68th annual convention. …