Month: November 2021

Concepts and New Balance Partner to launch “Low Hanging Fruit” Footwear & Apparel Collection Honoring the Kiwi and Frieda Rapoport Caplan

November 9, 2021 Frieda’s Specialty Produce

This month, lifestyle retailer and design company Concepts International—famous for collaborating with manufacturers including New Balance, Nike and Adidas—has taken this unassuming fruit as the inspiration behind its latest collaboration with New Balance footwear. The New Balance 992 “Low Hanging Fruit” sneaker honors Dr. Frieda Caplan, the “Kiwi Queen,” and injects her spirit into popular culture. …

LGS Specialty Sales Prepares for Solid 2021-2022 Grape Season

November 9, 2021 LGS Specialty Sales

LGS Specialty Sales, a leading importer of citrus, avocados, grapes and persimmons, anticipates a strong grape season from December 2021 through May of 2022. …

Support Pear Promotions in December with Stemilt’s Rushing Rivers Pears

November 9, 2021 Stemilt

Retailers will have plenty of opportunity to boost pear categories during the month of December thanks to National Pear Month, which takes place all month long and World Pear Day which is happening on Saturday, December 4th. Stemilt marketing director, Brianna Shales explains that Stemilt’s one-of-kind approach to pears is what differentiates their pears from others, making them stand out at retail resulting in repeat purchases and delighted consumers. …

Blueberry Growers and Importers Vote to Continue the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council’s Demand-Driving Work in 2021 Referendum

November 9, 2021 U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council

In light of today’s announcement issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) that a majority of eligible producers and importers of record voted in favor of the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC), the USHBC has shared an official statement. …

Vic Smith Announced as Grower of the Year Award Recipient; OGS 2021 to Honor “A Grower’s Grower”

November 9, 2021 Organic Produce Network

 The Organic Grower Summit, Presented by Western Growers and the Organic Produce Network will honor long-time organic grower Vic Smith as the recipient of the fourth annual Organic Grower Summit’s Grower of the Year. Smith, CEO of JV Smith Companies, was selected based on his ongoing commitment and dedication to excellence in organic production, organic industry leadership, and innovation. …