Month: April 2014

Malena Produce, Inc. has launched a new web site all about Spring Grapes. The idea to offer this service came from retail customers who desire a “seamless” experience from the long winter fruit season to the lightening-quick spring grape window May and June. The site – http://malenaspringgrapes.org – is designed as a retail planning tool, and features posts by Malena’s grape category manager reviewing up-to-date crop conditions, along with tips for handling and merchandising to maximize sales. …

The first class of the Fresh Produce & Floral Council (FPFC) Apprentice Program has been selected.  Applications for the program closed March 1 and Apprentice Committee members reviewed applications and interviewed candidates last month. …

Vision Produce Companies is proud to announce our Bronze Sponsorship of The Tour De Fresh.  “With 40 riders and a goal of raising funds for 40 salad bars (over 113,000) to place in schools across the US, these sponsors and donors are positioned to make a positive impact on thousands of our nation's youth. In addition, the Tour de Fresh companies and brands aim to inspire and motivate people to adopt the healthy lifestyles promoted by their nutritious products.” …