Month: January 2012

United Fresh Produce Association welcomes Shelby Rajkovich as United’s new communications manager. Rajkovich will support United’s communications goals to keep members updated with the latest industry news, further the association’s news media outreach and assist in the development and implementation of strategic communications programs to support industry priorities. …

Village Farms is pleased to announce that it is a part of the Standard & Poors and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) ‘Clean Technology Index’. Village Farms is one of 53 companies that has been designated this distinctive classification. …

Frieda’s has posted its latest Specialty Produce 101 video on YouTube about Coconuts, a tropical favorite that has many varieties and uses. Great for consumer education, as well as entertainment, the video can be viewed at www.youtube.com/FriedasProduce …

California Giant Berry Farms, a year-round grower of strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and raspberries, today announced the launch of their brand new website, designed specifically for berry lovers and health enthusiasts.
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Cindy Elrod has joined the sales team of Nevada-based Peri & Sons Farms. Jessica Peri, retail sales manager for Peri & Sons Farms has been working to grow the company’s sales team and said, “We are very pleased that Cindy has joined our team. She brings a wealth of industry knowledge and expertise and her arrival makes for an exciting start to 2012.” …