USDA Amends Regulations To Allow Importation Of Fresh Persimmon With Calyxes From Japan

September 12, 2017 USDA APHIS

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is publishing a final rule allowing the importation of fresh persimmon with calyxes (a plant part protecting the flower) from Japan.

Tasteful Selections Releases New Black Take & Shake Cup With Gluten-Free Seasonings

September 12, 2017 RPE

With their consumers in mind Tasteful Selections™, a specialty potato brand from RPE Inc., has been busy developing and testing recipes to make their Take & Shake™ cups gluten-free. Tasteful Selections is eager to offer new black Take & Shake cups with gluten-free seasonings!

LGS Specialty Sales Unveils New Darling Clementines & Suavo Avocado Branding

September 12, 2017 LGS Specialty Sales, LTD

LGS Specialty Sales (LGS), leading importer and distributor of citrus and avocados, is proud to announce the unveiling of its newly revamped Darling Clementines® and Suavo Avocado® product branding. With packaging designs currently underway, the new branding is expected to hit stores in late November.

FPAA Welcomes New Policy Analyst/Communications Coordinator

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) is proud to welcome its newest addition to the team. Erika Dominguez has been selected as the FPAA’s new Policy Analyst/Communications Coordinator. Erika has previous experience at the FPAA as a Membership Programs Coordinator, and her experience with the association coupled with her education, made her a standout candidate for the position.

T&G Global Secures Exclusive Commercialization Rights For Blueberry Varieties In Australia

September 11, 2017 T&G Global

T&G Global has become the license holder of a suite of 16 proprietary blueberry varieties in Australia, allowing it to better deliver to growing demand for berry fruit worldwide.