Greener Fields Together Partners With SureHarvest

December 17, 2012 PRO*ACT

Greener Fields Together, a groundbreaking, industry-wide sustainability and local produce initiative, has partnered with SureHarvest, a leading provider of agrifood sustainability technology, consulting and verification services. The partnership is a key part of the Greener Fields Together mission to effect continuous, measurable, independently verified sustainability improvements in the fresh produce supply chain.

Karen Brux Named North American Managing Director Of Chilean Fresh Fruit Association

Karen Brux has been tapped to lead the Chilean Fresh Fruit Association’s promotional efforts in the U.S. and Canada, the trade group announced today. As Managing Director for North America, Brux will oversee all promotional and support programs for the premier organization representing Chile’s fresh fruit growers, packers and shippers.

SunFed Begins Solar Power Installation In Southern Arizona

December 17, 2012 SunFed

Though Florida may be the Sunshine State, Arizona-based SunFed is taking full advantage of its states’ plentiful natural resource. The company has begun work on one of the largest commercial installation of solar power in southern Arizona.  The nearly half megawatt solar system will be mounted on the roof of their 46,000 sq. ft. refrigerated produce distribution facility.

Savoura Now Shipping Grape Tomatoes

December 17, 2012 Savoura

Another flavoursome, fresh, taste-treat has joined the ranks of delicious Savoura products: the Grape tomato. With its elongated shape, lovely bright colour, crunchy texture, fresh taste and unusually sweet flavour, the Grape is the perfect snack food to replace candies.

High Liner Foods Appoints Jeff Donde As VP Of National Accounts

December 14, 2012 High Liner Foods Incorporated

High Liner Foods (USA), Inc., the leading value-added seafood supplier in North America, announced today that Jeff Donde, a seasoned sales leader with more than 20 years of food service experience, has been appointed Vice President of National Accounts.