The three Pacific Northwest Potato Commissions, the Idaho Potato Commission (IPC), the Oregon Potato Commission (OPC) and the Washington State Potato Commission (WSPC) have entered into an agreement to hire a Pacific Northwest Potato Regional Research Director. …
IFCO announced the shipment of the 20 billionth pound of produce in an IFCO reusable plastic container (RPC) was delivered to The Kroger Co.’s (NYSE: KR) distribution center in Delaware, Ohio. The milestone container of lettuce represents more than 15 years of growth for RPCs in the US produce industry and further demonstrates Kroger’s commitment to sustainability through its use of reusable shipping containers in its supply chain. …
Whole Foods Market announces that Michael Besancon, senior global vice-president of purchasing, distribution and communications, has decided to retire from the company after more than 17 years of service. Whole Foods Market has also announced that two Regional Presidents, David Lannon and Ken Meyer, have been promoted to Executive Vice-Presidents of Operations, joining the executive leadership team. …
Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market today announced opening dates for its first five stores in the Sacramento region. These openings will create more than 100 good jobs with benefits. For each new store opening, Fresh & Easy invites neighbors to nominate a local, non-profit organization to receive a $1,000 donation. Charities can be nominated at www.freshandeasy.com/NominateGroup. …
BI-LO is launching a new and innovative free field trip initiative chain wide called the BI-LO Food Detectives Program, which is focused on helping children make healthy eating choices. Throughout the experience, children will participate in engaging activities that help them learn about the power of produce, the principles of the USDA’s MyPlate initiative, understanding shelf and nutrition labeling and how whole grains, vitamins and minerals benefit the body.
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