Month: August 2022

University of Florida Research Demonstrates Significant Tomato Results with Verdant Technologies

August 24, 2022 Verdant Technologies

A recent study by the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Science (UF-IFAS) found the shelf-life of grape tomatoes can be dramatically improved using an innovative postharvest solution by Verdant™Technologies. The research team, led by Dr. Steven A. Sargent, conducted a variety of tests on grape tomatoes, examining the firmness, color, weight retention, and decay of tomatoes treated with Verdant’s HarvestHold Fresh®. Upon completion of the study, HarvestHold Fresh demonstrated measurably significant benefits compared to the untreated control. …

California Avocado Commission Appoints Interim President

August 24, 2022 California Avocado Commission

An active search continues for the role of California Avocado Commission president following the retirement of Tom Bellamore earlier this year. During the Commission’s August board meeting it was announced that Ken Melban has been appointed to the role of interim president of the Commission. …

Good Foods Launches “Good Comes Easy” Sweepstakes to Help Consumers Ace the Back-to-School Season

August 24, 2022 Good Foods

Good Foods, a leader in better-for-you dips and guacamoles, is helping consumers ace the back-to-school season through the launch of their “Good Comes Easy” sweepstakes. Now through September 12, consumers can enter once per day at GoodFoods.com and once per week on the brand’s official Instagram page (@GoodFoods). …

Gold Coast Packing Adds To Its Sales Team

August 24, 2022 Gold Coast Packing

Gold Coast Packing Inc., has hired Larry Narwold as its Regional Sales Manager.  Larry brings years of produce experience to the Gold Coast Sales Team. Prior to joining Gold Coast Packing, Larry was National Accounts Director for Misionero.  During his produce career, he has worked for a variety of grower/shippers including Tanimura & Antle, Green Giant Fresh, Taylor Farms and Mann Packing …

Mann Packing Company Brings Mèzete Hummus to Costco Canada East Club Stores

August 24, 2022 Mann Packing Co.

Blazing its entry into the Canadian market, Mèzete™ – a premium-quality, ready-to-eat, global food brand – has partnered with Mann Packing Company – a subsidiary of Fresh Del Monte N.A., Inc. and one of the largest suppliers of packaged vegetables in North America, including BROCCOLINI® baby broccoli, and MANN™ sugar snap peas in North America – to introduce its long-awaited gourmet hummus at select  Costco Canada East Club Stores in Ontario and Quebec. …