Month: August 2014

LINKFRESH, a leading provider of supply chain ERP solutions designed specifically for the fresh food industry, announced that Alsum Farms & Produce, a Wisconsin based grower, packer, shipper of potatoes and onions, has selected the Microsoft Dynamics® LINKFRESH ERP solution to provide field to fork whole chain management. …

United Fresh Produce Association is pleased to announce the four recipients of the 2014 Frieda Rapoport Caplan Family Business Scholarships: Nick Chappell, California Giant Berry Farms, Watsonville, CA; Mary Griffin Campbell, Griffin Ranches, Somerton, AZ; Tyler Phipps, Market Fresh Produce, Nixa, MO; and Cody Ramsey, Mann Packing Co., Salinas, CA. …

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) is putting the final touches on its 46th Produce Convention and Golf Tournament.  The Convention will be held October 30 – November 1, 2014 in Tubac, Arizona, located just north of the largest port of entry for fresh fruits and vegetables from Mexico. …

Greenhouse growers SUNSET(r) Produce have recently completed Phase II construction of their greenhouse Coldwater Farms, doubling the operation to 60 acres. …

Last Thursday night, Ag Against Hunger was awarded a check for $11,000 by the California Rodeo Salinas from proceeds for Fight Hunger Night. July 2014 marked the 4th year for this event, which boasts the Produce Mascot Race. …