FPAA Announces Elected Board Members for 2023

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) held its annual membership meeting on November 2, 2023. Attendees gathered at the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort to talk about FPAA activities for the year, to talk about upcoming efforts, and to hear about the efforts of the board and staff.

Mushroom Council’s New 10-Year Trends Report Reveals Shifting, Growing Consumer Purchasing Patterns

November 10, 2023 Mushroom Council

Mushrooms aren’t just having a moment. They are a movement, whether showing up in fashion and housewares, featured as a functional ingredient in beverages and snacks or served up fresh in home kitchens and restaurants nationwide.

“Shopping for Good, Together We Give Back” Produce for Kids Campaign at Publix Provides 850,000 Meals

Shopping for Good, Together We Give Back was the theme of Healthy Family Project’s annual Fall Produce for Kids campaign that took place September 20 through November 1 at Publix. Fifteen produce companies provided 850,000 meals* to the 35 Feeding America® network food banks in the Publix market area.

Watermelon Board Celebrates its 10th Year at Marine Corps Marathon

The National Watermelon Promotion Board (NWPB) is proud to announce its continued sponsorship of the Marine Corps Marathon, marking a decade of support for this iconic event. The 48th Marine Corps Marathon, held in late October, witnessed an astounding turnout with over 20,000 dedicated runners finishing the challenging course.

Stemilt’s Packing Line Levels Up to Put Freshness First into the Apple Mix

November 10, 2023 Stemilt

Stemilt is putting the “a” in apples this season with “a” strong mix of varieties, “a” new apple line extension, and “a” passion for freshness. Stemilt facility manager in production, Don Reeves, shares a new extension will help improve the quality of bagged apples with a second automated defect sorter. Eager to share its abilities, Stemilt’s marketing director, Brianna Shales, encourages retailers to share Stemilt’s apple mix packed with care to delight consumers this apple season.