StePac Steps up to Growing Demand for Automation With Leaner Packaging and Less Waste

January 16, 2019 StePac

Growing demand for functional packaging of fresh produce that is suited for automation has prompted StePac L.A. Ltd. to tailor its branded range of Xtend® Modified Atmosphere/Modified Humidity (MA/MH) packaging solutions to be compatible with both automated bulk and retail packing lines.

Sakata Seed America Pledges Two-Year Support for PMA’s Center for Growing Talent Program

January 16, 2019 Sakata Seed America

Sakata Seed America is starting the year off on a positive note! The company recently announced a two-year donation of $15,000 each year ($30,000 total) to support Produce Marketing Association’s ‘Center for Growing Talent’ initiative through the company’s charitable giving program, Sakata Gives.

FPFC to Introduce 2019 Board of Directors at Annual Dinner Dance

On January 26, 2019, the industry will gather for “A Greek Odyssey,” the 2019 Fresh Produce & Floral Council (FPFC) Dinner Dance. A highlight of the evening will be the Council’s formal introduction of the 2019 Board of Directors.

Interko upgrades coolers for Ultimo fruit ripening rooms

January 16, 2019 Interko

Interko, the world’s leading designer, manufacturer and installer of state-of-the-art fresh fruitripening rooms, is excited to announce an important service and maintainability upgrade to its Ultimo room, the flagship system from the Dutch innovator that evenly and efficiently ripens large volumes of fruit, such as bananas.

GoodFarms Receives Communitas Award for Excellence in Corporate Social Responsibility

January 16, 2019 Equitable Food Initiative

GoodFarms, the consumer-facing, ethical-positioned brand from Andrew & Williamson Fresh Produce, has received recognition for its social responsibility efforts with the 2018 Communitas Award. This award program seeks to honor those special companies, organizations and individuals that are changing the way they do business to benefit their employees, communities and environment.