Frieda’s Celebrates Spring & The Year Of Purple With Specialty Artichokes

April 12, 2013 Frieda’s Inc.

Frieda’s Specialty Produce celebrates spring and the Year of Purple with three specialty artichoke varieties.  The Fiesole Baby Purple, Fiore Viola, and Sangria Artichokes are grown with care in Lompoc, California, and distributed by Frieda’s.

Cecelia Packing’s Distinctive Cara Cara Pink Navel Oranges Still In High Volume

April 12, 2013 Cecelia Packing

Cecelia Packing’s distinctive Cara Cara Pink Navel Oranges are still in high volume through April. These specialty navel oranges have a luscious orange exterior with a vibrant, rich pink interior with a crisp citrus aroma.

Vidalia Onion Committee Turns Up The Heat With New Sweet Vidalia Flavors Of Summer Campaign

April 12, 2013 Vidalia® Onion Committee

The Vidalia® Onion Committee (VOC) is bringing other tasty greats on board to assure strong sales this summer. The Sweet Vidalia® Flavors of Summer program will officially launch Wednesday, May 1, and will feature downloadable coupons, consumer recipe contest, tips from experts on outdoor cooking and entertaining and more.

United Fresh 2013 New Product Award Finalists Announced

More than 30 fresh fruit and vegetable innovations are up for United Fresh Produce Association’s 2013 New Product Awards. This year’s finalists will compete in five categories for the title of Best New Products at United Fresh 2013, May 14-16 in San Diego.

Maine Lobster Could Get A Marketing Boost

When you hear the word lobster, you probably think of Maine. Now the industry there is proposing to spend big bucks on advertising. Some lobstermen say that’s a waste of money, but others want in on new markets.