Sprouts Will Open 14 Stores In Third Quarter

Sprouts Farmers Market, a fast-growing natural and organic grocer based in Phoenix, said sales climbed 20 percent during its second quarter.

Fruit Delivery Service Shuts Down As Rail Congestion Heats Up

Congestion from coal and oil trains seems to be the key factor forcing closure of a prominent express rail service that carries Washington fruit and produce to East Coast markets.

Bolthouse Farms Announces Changes To Sales Leadership Team

August 11, 2014 Bolthouse Farms

Bolthouse Farms, one of the largest producers of baby carrots and premium juice beverages in North America, today announced changes to the Company’s sales leadership team. Bill Levisay, Chief Customer Officer, has retired after four years with Bolthouse Farms. Mike Illum, who currently serves as Vice President of Grocery, has been named his replacement, effective immediately.

JBT Corporation Acquires Assets Of Packer’s Manufacturing Inc.

August 11, 2014 JBT Corporation

JBT Corporation, a leading global technology solutions provider to the food processing and air transportation industries, today announced that it has acquired the assets of Packer’s Manufacturing Inc. in Visalia, California.

Apple Shipper Riveridge Produce Adds Familiar Apple Sales Rep

As part of its expansion plans, Riveridge Produce has added Mitch Brinks as an account manager in its Sparta, Mich., sales office effective August 4.