WP Rawl To Introduce Additional Nature's Greens Kale Chips Kit Flavors

September 26, 2014 WP Rawl

WP Rawl has introduced two new flavors to their line of Nature's Greens® kale chip kits.  The ready-to-bake kale chips kits showcase the versatility of kale and provide convenience to consumers. The new flavors will be available in mid-October.

Monterey Mushrooms Hires Andrea Allen As Regional Sales Manager

September 26, 2014 Monterey Mushrooms

Monterey Mushrooms, Inc., the largest and only grower of a complete line of fresh mushrooms containing Vitamin D nutrition, has hired Andrea Allen as their Southeast Region Sales Manager.

7,067 Families Take The Power Your Lunchbox Pledge By Produce For Kids

September 26, 2014 Produce for Kids

The new Power Your Lunchbox Pledge by Produce for Kids launched Aug. 11 and ran through Sept. 15 and encouraged families to pack healthier lunchboxes this back-to-school season. During the program, 7,067 families took the pledge to pack a healthier lunchbox at poweryourlunchbox.com.

National Mango Board Announces Mango Mania Display Contest Winners

September 26, 2014 National Mango Board

The National Mango Board (NMB) has announced the winners of the Mango Mania Display Contest and reports an increase of 138% mango volume amongst participating stores compared to the same time last year. The contest is designed to help stores boost mango sales, while showcasing creativity and educating shoppers about mangos. This year, for the first time, the contest included small and large retail chains.

City Council Considers Tax On All Fish Coming Over The Docks In Cordova

The draft tax ordinance which outlines a 1% tax on "raw seafood products" came before Council earlier this summer as a discussion item. The tax would apply to all fish coming over the docks in Cordova.