Month: October 2012

In order to further support its second annual Kiwifruit for Kids campaign, Zespri hosted an event at Rouses Supermarket in New Orleans in which New Orleans Saints player Pierre Thomas spoke on behalf of childhood obesity. Thomas' charity iCAN Foundation was founded this year in 2012 and is one of the six charities competing in Zespri's Kiwifruit for Kids competition. The iCAN Foundation is currently in first place in the competition with over 16,000 points. …

Leading organic produce marketer CF Fresh will be unveiling a new, more sustainable exhibit at the Produce Marketing Associations Fresh Summit tradeshow in Anaheim, CA this October. …

When it comes to understanding the produce industry, Don Harris, is one of a handful of all around seasoned veterans who comprehends the supply chain of this industry.   With a combined thirty-five years of senior level positions at Safeway and Wild Oats then crossing over to Naturipe Farms for four years as Director of Category Development, he has since launched his own consulting firm, Harris Consulting Solutions.   The greenscans app caught his attention, a few months back, while at a trade show.  He was instrumental in the design of the recent release of the greenscans consumer/business mobile platform. …

As the "farm to table" idea has achieved national recognition, Turbana announced today they are bringing this concept full circle by showing North American consumers where their bananas are originally harvested. Illuminating their social responsibility, Turbana will show consumers nationwide not only where their bananas were grown, but that by purchasing Turbana bananas they are contributing to the wellbeing of thousands of workers and families. Simultaneously, Turbana's initiative offers retailers a way to be transparent with their communities, showing customers that they partner with responsible suppliers, while also providing an additional measurement of traceability. …

Grocers and growers can promote gift bags of fresh fruits and vegetables this holiday season using specially designed “Healthy Holidays” single handle paper Home-Toters® featuring an imprinted gift tag courtesy of Package Containers, Inc., according to Robert Degnan, President and CEO. Healthy Holidays Totes featuring Locally Grown, Apple Slices and Citrus Slices Standard Imprints from Package Containers, Inc. …