Fresh California Avocados Make Fruitful Forays Into Vegetarian Cuisine

For a fruit, the Fresh California Avocado does yeoman’s work on meatless menus. Its culinary attributes–a rich, luxurious taste and smooth, silky texture–ensure vegetarian dishes enhanced with Fresh California Avocado both please and satisfy.

Avocados From Mexico Launches New Summer LTO With On The Border

July 5, 2016 Avocados From Mexico

Avocados From Mexico (AFM), the top-selling avocado in the United States, announced its first national partnership with On the Border Mexican Grill to celebrate the best of summer – chips and guacamole, live music and patios – with its Rock the Border Summer Music Series. From June 27 through July 31, guests will enjoy a specially priced guacamole appetizer, made with Avocados From Mexico, for just $2.50.

Owners Of Destroyed Round Lake Produce & Distributing Plan Next Move

The owners of a produce distribution business are trying to stay positive in the wake of a Friday night fire that destroyed their 40-year-old enterprise.

A View On UK And European Retail Produce Trends, With Lessons From London Produce Show And A Preview Of Amsterdam Produce Show

“A retail revolution is underway in the UK and Europe, and the traditional supply chain is changed forever,” said Tommy Leighton, managing director, Produce Business UK, fresh off the London Produce Show, where attendees spanned 40 countries. Leighton and Jim Prevor, president & editor-in-chief of Produce Business, provided a riveting report of the disruptive global industry landscape at the recent Food Marketing Institute/United Fresh Show in Chicago.

Research Claims Fruit Packed In Corrugated Is Safer And Fresher Than In RPCs

The research, conducted by the University of Bologna and initiated by the European Federation of Corrugated Board Manufacturers (FEFCO), claims to find that corrugated trays ensured higher-quality packed fruits with reduced microbial cross-contamination and longer shelf life. Lower bacterial contamination decreases the risk of foodborne illnesses and increases the fruit’s freshness, scent, appearance and taste.