Month: July 2016

It might be hip for supermarkets such as Wal-Mart to embrace the sale of so-called ugly produce as a way to reduce food waste, but whether it makes practical or economic sense to launch regular offerings of odd-looking or funny-shaped fruits and vegetables may be something different. …

The Vidalia® Onion Committee (VOC) is currently seeking nominations for their grower Board of Directors. The VOC elects four new members each year as part of an annual process. There are currently four member spots and four alternate board spots available. …

The Grant J. Hunt Company, an 82-year old, 3rd generation company is pleased to announce the opening of Grant J. Hunt Company-South with offices in Scotts Valley, CA and Rio Rico, AZ on August 1st, 2016. The new company is uniting with many former employees of Bay Area Produce, Inc. whose principal owners are retiring in 2016. …

Summer Citrus from South Africa is continuing to grow business with retailers in Midwestern and Gulf states with a 300% increase in tonnage flowing through the Port of Houston this season. …

Christopher Ranch, the largest grower, packer, and shipper of California garlic for the fresh market, announces the launch of a new, consumer-friendly website which will allow for consumers to more personally connect with the brand. …