Month: May 2013

Fowler Packing, one of the largest grower, packer and shippers of stone fruit, table grapes and clementines has hired Derrick Bender as Vice President of New Business Development.  In his new role, Bender will help expand Fowler Packing’s domestic and international programs on their entire product portfolio. …

If you have been to a Japanese restaurant or sushi bar recently, you have probably noticed a spicy form of Edamame.   Melissa’s new line extension is a single serving package of edamame ready-to-eat from the package, available in a 7 ounce pod.  …

Produce for Kids—a program that encourages healthy eating among families while raising funds for local non-profit organizations like Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals—is kicking off the summer with a Fresh Grilling Twitter party on May 16 at 9 p.m. EST about smart grilling options for kids. Using the social media platform to target parents, Produce for Kids hosts a Twitter party every other month to coincide with a seasonal theme. …

Purple is the hottest trend in food, fashion, and beyond for 2013.  The brilliant color is eye-catching on the runway and an attention grabber in the produce department.  Frieda’s Specialty Produce encourages produce merchandisers to take advantage of the Year of Purple celebration and create an exciting and attractive display that will encourage shoppers to buy healthy purple produce. …