Bruce Peterson Asks the Question: How Can Today’s Produce Associations Serve The Industry? …And Who Will Pay For It?

We’ve been running a series of pieces discussing what the best options are for the produce industry in terms of the organization, or re-organization, of its national trade associations. We ‘ve discussed this issue, literally, for more than a quarter century, and you can see some of that discussion here.

Wholesum to Launch New Tomato on the Vine Top Seal Packaging at the PMA Virtual Tradeshow

September 30, 2020 Wholesum

Wholesum, Fair Trade Certified growers and shippers of organic produce, recently launched new top seal packaging for their organic tomatoes on the vine. The new top seal pack will make its debut at the PMA Virtual Tradeshow in October.

Bowery Farming Appoints Colin Nelson to New Role of Chief Supply Chain Officer

September 30, 2020 Bowery Farming

Bowery Farming (Bowery), the Modern Farming Company, announced today the appointment of Colin Nelson to the newly-created role of Chief Supply Chain Officer. Nelson boasts three decades of experience in end-to-end supply chain management and operations at major multinationals, including Walgreens Boots Alliance, Unilever, and GlaxoSmithKline.

Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc. Launches E-Commerce and Same-Day Delivery in Dallas, TX

September 30, 2020 Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A.

Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc. has officially launched its first e-commerce website with same-day delivery in the Dallas market.

October is World Vegetarian Month, Shine a Spotlight on Immunity-Boosting Produce

September 30, 2020 Frieda’s Specialty Produce

October 1 marks the 43rd annual World Vegetarian Day. World Vegetarian Day was started in 1977 and serves to kick off Vegetarian Awareness Month, a month-long celebration of plant-based foods.