Month: February 2014

Idea Garden Marketing is bringing a fresh new face to produce marketing, making its’ official debut at Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Exposure conference in Orlando this weekend. From marketing strategy to overall branding, website development to social media strategy and implementation, Idea Garden Marketing is positioned to cultivate brands and grow businesses across the industry. …

On November 8, 2013 the world experienced its strongest storm in known history; Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda) devastated the Island nation of the Philippines leaving thousands dead and tens of thousands homeless and hungry. The effects of this disaster touched many of our hearts, and West Pak Avocado was personally impacted. Carolina Leap, wife of Sales associate Kevin, lost 6-members of her family. This terrible event created overwhelming need, and West Pak Avocado, with the help of its vendors and customers, has joined together with BKP-California, Inc. to meet the needs of the people of the Philippines.

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And the survey says…we live in a tater nation! In a new survey by the Idaho Potato Commission (IPC), 97% of Americans said they eat potatoes and more than 81% enjoy them as a side dish, snack or main course on average of three days per week. …

Alison Sweeney, actress, author and host of The Biggest Loser, participated in a panel discussion at the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Councils annual meeting Thursday, February 27 in Southern California. …

The Star Group announces two management promotions to continue to support the vision and direction of The Star Group. …