AMHPAC Board Of Directors Announces Changes

February 26, 2013 AMHPAC

AMPHAC would like to take this opportunity to introduce Alfredo Diaz Belmontes, who as of Monday February 18th will be supporting us with the work of CEO of the Association. We are convinced that his professional career and experience in the field will facilitate the growth of AMHPAC.

CarbAmericas Begins Nicaraguan Mango Season

February 26, 2013 CarbAmericas

CarbAmericas, an importer of fresh fruits & vegetables since 1993, has announced they will be starting their Nicaraguan mango season.   The season begins the end of Februay and lasts thru the month of April.  Primarily Tommy Atkins variety, some Keitts and Altalufo mangoes also make their way into the US.    The majority of container will be received into South Florida over the next two weeks, however will also will arrive into the Northeast as well as Los Angeles.

CPAC Springs Ahead With Warm Weather Potato Promos

Continuing to promote its more than 100 varieties of spuds during the “Five Distinct Potato Seasons” campaign, the Colorado Potato Administrative Committee has launched the “Spring Ahead” season for March through May.

Meijer To Sell Michigan Greenhouse-Grown Tomatoes Year-Round

February 26, 2013 Shandra Martinez, MLive.com

Want an alternative to winter tomatoes shipped from California or Florida? Meijer is contracting with a longtime supplier to grow fresh, vine-ripened Michigan-grown tomatoes year-round in a state-of-the-art hydroponic greenhouse in Coldwater, the Midwest retailer announced Monday, Feb. 25.

Marriner Redesigns Zatarain’s Packaging For Improved Consumer Appeal

Marriner Marketing Communications recently partnered with Zatarain's to update the packaging for its retail breading line. Zatarain's, a Client of Marriner since 2006, sought to replace current packaging with a more modern, premium look to attract customers' attention and maintain consistency across the flavor varieties. The new packaging is beginning to appear on retailer shelves and is currently in Wegman’s and Food Lion.