Jonathan Sprouts Announces New Ownership

August 17, 2021 Jonathan Sprouts, Inc.

Founded in 1976 by Bob and Barbara Sanderson, who have been credited as pioneers of the US commercial sprouting industry, have made their family-owned business succession plan for Jonathan Sprouts public.  Niece, nephew, and longtime employees Liz Reilley and Rich Wolfe take the reins of the produce supplier as President & CEO and COO/CFO, respectively.

Applewood Fresh Growers Gears Up For a Flavorful Michigan Harvest Season

August 17, 2021 Applewood Fresh Growers

Applewood Fresh®, a premier produce brand and fourth-generation grower, packer/shipper and marketer of Michigan-grown apples is counting down the days to the start of their flavorful harvest, with Rave® and SweeTango® leading the way.

California Giant Berry Farm’s Strong Peruvian Blueberry Season Makes for Year-Round Availability

After a bountiful domestic season, California Giant Berry Farms is anticipating a high-quality, on-time start to the import season thanks to its Peruvian-grown blueberries.

United Fresh Statement on USDA’s Re-Evaluation of the Thrifty Food Plan

United Fresh released the following statement regarding the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) re-evaluation of the Thrifty Food Plan, used to calculate Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.

California Avocados Take A Road Trip

Consumers across the country and in particular in the West are fulfilling their pent-up desire to travel and still stay relatively close to home by taking road trips. Recognizing this trend, the California Avocado Commission produced three road trip videos that meld iconic California locations with in-season California avocados.