Tom Tjerandsen, Produce Industry Icon, Passes at Age 80

November 22, 2022 Perishable News

The family of noted international produce marketer Thomas C. Tjerandsen of Sonoma, Calif., sadly announces his passing on November 8 after a short illness. He was instrumental in the founding of the Pomegranate Council and had been its executive director since its inception in 1997.   He was a leader in the California Agricultural Export Council, focused on several specialty crops.

Board Member Stefanie Katzman Represents IFPA at D.C. Fly-In

On Wednesday, November 16, U.S. Representatives Dan Newhouse (R-WA), Zoe Lofgren (D-CA), Jimmy Panetta (D-CA), and Jim Costa (D-CA), Salud Carbajal (D-CA), Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) joined more than 100 farmers and agricultural producers from across the nation to demand that the U.S. Senate fix the ongoing agricultural workforce crisis in this lame duck session by the end of December. Stefanie Katzman, executive vice president at S. Katzman Produce, represented International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) at the podium.  

Roundy’s Supermarkets Adds New Sahlen’s Hot Dogs to Over 100 Locations

November 21, 2022 Sahlen Packing Co.

Sahlen Packing Co., the family-owned and operated food production company announced that three of its hot dog products are now available in Roundy’s Supermarkets.

Tofurky Bolsters Leadership Team Appointing Jeff Schulkers as New Vice President of Operations

November 21, 2022 Tofurky 

Tofurky, the leading independent producer of plant-based meats in the U.S., announced that CPG industry expert Jeff Schulkers has joined the executive team as the company’s new Vice President of Operations. Schulkers has more than a decade of experience serving in operations and manufacturing management roles for some of the world’s largest consumer brands, including Darigold, Kraft, Grupo Lala, and more.

7 Smart Ways to Prepare Your Brick-and-Mortar Business For Christmas Sales

November 21, 2022 Rio Roses / Equiflor

Rio Roses knows that online shopping is here to stay and only getting bigger. However, Christmas isn’t just about online shopping! This time of year, people head to the stores in droves, and that’s particularly true now that we’re able to get out and about more. Following are seven proven marketing ideas to help you bring more of that Christmas business into your store.