Month: August 2016

“Our research shows that piquing people’s curiosity can influence their choices by steering them away from tempting desires, like unhealthy foods or taking the elevator, and toward less tempting, but healthier options, such as buying more fresh produce or taking the stairs,” said Evan Polman, PhD, of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, an author of the study. …

The National Mango Board’s (NMB) marketing soccer campaigns and partnerships were honored with the Produce Business’ Marketing Excellence Award. The award recognizes innovative produce companies who are revolutionizing the way the produce industry connects its products to consumers. This marks the eighth year in a row the NMB’s marketing achievements are recognized by the Produce Business. …

Senator Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) will keynote this year’s Washington Conference Lunch on Tuesday, September 13 at the Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill. …

We are pleased to announce our new partnership with Mexus Produce. Mexus Produce has been producing high quality organic vegetables in Baja and West-ern Mexico for 6 years and has created a network of year-round supply on many items including all certified organic cucumbers, …

One glance at a commercial orchard today and you realize these aren't your grandfather's apple trees. Long gone are the 40-foot-high, widely spaced, gnarled and spindly trees of the past. They have been replaced by squat, tightly planted trees loaded with low-hanging fruit. …