Willamette Valley Fruit Company's Sale Finalized

June 10, 2013 Statesman Journal

Inventure Foods Inc. has completed its purchase of Willamette Valley Fruit Company LLC’s berry processing business in Salem.

Commercial Fisherman, Byron Despaux, Brings Experience Perspective To Seafood Board

Despaux's experience reflects the ups and downs of Louisiana shrimping and provide him with a unique perspective on the past, present and future of the industry.

Shrimp Sold At Hy-Vee Stores Recalled For Undeclared Allergen

June 7, 2013 Hy-Vee, Inc.

Blessings, Inc. of Tucson, AZ is voluntarily recalling three lots of its domestic 16-20 EZ Peel Shrimp because it contains the allergen sulfite above the levels required for products labeled "sulfite-free." Sulfite is a preservative approved by the FDA for a variety of foods. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to sulfite run the risk of allergic reaction if they consume these products.

European Flavors Restarts From Canada

June 7, 2013 Fruitecom

Confirmation for European fruit & vegetable specialties at the Toronto PMA Convention. Inauguration of the third year of the second triennial European project co-financed by the European Union, the Italian Government and the Italian Fruit & Vegetable Services Centre.

Smurfberries Are Back As Gourmet Trading Company Teams With Columbia Pictures

As part of the promotion, from June 15th through September 30th, consumers can enter Gourmet Trading Company’s The Smurfs 2 Sweepstakes for a chance to win a trip for four to Hollywood and Gourmet Trading Company’s Blueberry Farm in Bakersfield.