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A Spotlight on Excellence at Certified Angus Beef Brand Foodservice Leaders Summit 

January 29, 2024 Certified Angus Beef Brand

Foodservice Leaders Summit, Certified Angus Beef’s annual 3-day event for foodservice industry leaders, was held in Marco Island, FL from Jan. 22-24. Designed to ignite success, provide tailored resources and drive sales, the event culminated with a dinner to celebrate partner successes over the last year. Two stand-out award winners were recognized for their outstanding contributions to the brand.  

Fresh Del Monte Unveils Red-Shelled Pineapple, the Rubyglow Pineapple

January 29, 2024 Fresh Del Monte

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. announced the launch of its latest pineapple innovation, the Rubyglow® pineapple – a red-shelled pineapple. This pineapple has a red outer skin, bright yellow flesh, and a new, sweet flavor similar to Del Monte pineapples.

Kroger Unveils New Produce Supplier Biodiversity Goal

January 29, 2024 Kroger

The Kroger Co. announced a new goal to advance sustainability in its fresh produce supply chain, further protecting pollinators and biodiversity. Kroger will require all of its fresh produce suppliers to use Integrated Pest Management practices for all products supplied to Kroger by 2028 or 2030, based on the grower’s size. Medium- to large-sized growers will be expected to meet the goal by the end of 2028, and small-sized growers by 2030.

StePacPPC’s New Sustainable Packaging Boosts Exotic Mushroom Longevity

January 29, 2024 StePacPPC

Fresh produce packaging pioneers StePacPPC has customized its award-winning modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) films to preserve fresh whole and sliced white mushrooms, and whole exotic mushrooms, such as oyster, lion’s mane, shiitake, portabella and more. The lean MAP system fulfills consumer demands for sustainable packaging that slows deterioration and dramatically reduces waste of this highly perishable item.

USDA Announces Virtual Meeting of the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee

January 29, 2024 USDA

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee (FVIAC) will hold a virtual meeting on March 4-5, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET each day. USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is organizing the meeting, which is open to the public.