Golden State Foods Promotes Kate Starr to Group Vice President, Communications

November 10, 2023 Golden State Foods

Golden State Foods (GSF), one of the largest diversified suppliers to the foodservice and retail industries, is pleased to announce the promotion of Kate Starr to group vice president, communications, effective this week.

Eco-Products Adds Hot Cup and Container Lids to Award-Winning Vanguard Molded Fiber Line

November 10, 2023 Eco-Product

Eco-Products® is adding two new sets of lids — one for paper hot cups and the other for molded fiber ovals, rectangles and bowls — to its industry-leading array of fiber-based items designed to help operators everywhere, but especially those in markets where local ordinances prevent the use of foodservice plastic.   

CMI Orchards Salutes Veterans with American Dream Apples

November 10, 2023 CMI Orchards

CMI Orchards is excited to keep up traditions and let their dedication to the American Dream® shine this Veterans Day. A striking semi-truck emblazoned with powerful “Honoring Our Soldiers” messaging pays homage to the brave men and women in uniform who courageously defended our freedoms, explains Bob Mast, CMI’s President. The truck will be part of the local Veterans Day parade on November 10, in Wenatchee WA.

Yes! Apples and AVEC Debut Fuji Apple & Cardamom Sparkling Beverage

November 10, 2023 Yes! Apples

Yes! Apples, the network of 50+ New York-based family farms that grow and sell 20+ high-quality apple varieties with roots in the apple business since 1919, partners with AVEC, the New York City-based makers of all-natural, sparkling drinks and mixers. Together, they are releasing an apple sparkling beverage –– Fuji Apple & Cardamom –– crafted from Yes! Apples’ locally sourced Fuji apples, grown by dedicated farmers within their network, plus AVEC’s masterful blend of spices and herbs.

Equitable Food Initiative Announces New Additions to Staff

November 10, 2023 Equitable Food Initiative

Equitable Food Initiative, the capacity-building and certification organization that partners with growers, farmworkers, retailers and consumer groups, is proud to welcome two employees filling new positions. Joining EFI are Gabriela Lopez-Barry as the Ethical Charter Implementation Program project manager and Alexandra Martinez as marketing and sales associate.