San Francisco's A.G. Ferrari Foods Prepares For A Grand Re-Opening

Bay Area specialty Italian food retailer A.G. Ferrari will begin unveiling a renovation of its stores and brand this month that will include updated store designs, a new menu from a new chef, an enhanced wine program and an expansion of its wholesale, e-commerce and catering businesses.

Balls Food Stores In Kansas City Launches A New Grocery Store Concept In Olathe

September 5, 2014 Joyce Smith, Kansas City Star

Balls Food Stores in Kansas City, Kan., is launching a new grocery store concept in Olathe.

National Mango Board Appoints New Executive Director

September 5, 2014 National Mango Board

Since 2005, the National Mango Board (NMB) has been supported by strong staff leadership and the shared mission to increase the consumption of mangos in the United States with fully integrated Marketing, Research, and Industry Relations Programs. Today, the Board is proud to announce the appointment of Manuel Michel as new Executive Director of the NMB. William Watson will remain active Executive Director of the NMB until December 31, 2014 working side by side with Manuel as he becomes integrated into his new role.

Avocados From Mexico Launches New 'Hungry For Football' Promotion

September 5, 2014 Avocados from Mexico

Avocados from Mexico (AFM), the number one selling avocado in the U.S., today announced it will partner with Ro*Tel®, a ConAgra Foods brand, for its “Hungry for Football” promotion to get college football fans ready for the new season. The promotion is designed to get customers and consumers excited about the season and enthusiastic about incorporating AFM into their celebrations.

Texas A&M AgriLife Research Putting Designer Potatoes On The Menu To Boost Consumption

A decline in overall potato consumption has Texas A&M AgriLife Research breeders working on “designer” spuds that meet the time constraints and unique tastes of a younger generation.