Month: October 2014

What is the main obstacle to getting kids to eat healthier? Research suggests that it might be simply a lack of healthy options – a situation that is even more pronounced in the Midwest. …

Procacci Brothers Sales Corporation announced the expansion of their tropical and ethnic produce program and the launch of their new “Feliz” premium brand of items. Long an industry leader in wholesale tropical and ethnic commodities, Procacci Brothers is seeking to increase their growth in the category in response to the changing demographics and demands of consumers in the United States. …

Texas-based MountainKing Potatoes has taken another step toward helping retailers boost impulse sales, reduce in-store labor and compliment ad features with new, high-graphic display units including large bins for high-volume promotions, easy-to-install display wraps and smaller, yet attractive display-ready stack boxes. …

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. …

The Fresh Produce & Floral Council (FPFC) will be celebrating its 50th year in 2015.  The FPFC has revealed a new 50th Anniversary logo that it will be using throughout 2015, beginning with the Annual Dinner Dance. …