New Study Shows California K-12 School Food Staff Shortages Are Three Times Higher Than Public School Teacher Shortages Nationwide

February 22, 2024 Chef Ann Foundation

The first study of K-12 school food staff shortages in California revealed the rate of unfilled positions in the state’s school food programs is three times higher than unfilled positions for U.S. public school teachers. High vacancy rates negatively impact schools’ ability to provide access to and serve students healthy, appetizing meals. The study was conducted by California School Nutrition Association and Chef Ann Foundation in partnership with Food Insight Group.

Jones Soda Announces Food Service Division Led by Market Veteran Victor Petrone, with Dot Foods, Green Nature Marketing and Ignite Brand Advisors Partnerships

February 22, 2024 Jones Soda

 Jones Soda Co. (CSE: JSDA, OTCQB: JSDA), the original craft soda known for its great taste, unconventional flavors, and user-submitted photo labels, today announced a new food service division that expands the iconic brand beyond retail grocery to bars, restaurants, and other full service, quick service, eating and drinking organizations.

Eastern Produce Council’s Annual Gala to honor Former President, Marianne Santo, set for Saturday, April 6th

February 22, 2024 Eastern Produce Council

The EPC looks forward to honoring former President Marianne Santo, who passed away last September, at the John McAleavey Annual Gala which will take place at The Westmount Country Club in Woodland Park, NJ on April 6th.  The night will include a Cocktail Hour, Dinner Buffet, a Jersey Boys Act, DJ, and more.

Lipman Family Farms Appoints Four Accomplished Professionals to its Board of Directors

February 22, 2024 Lipman Family Farms

Lipman Family Farms, North America’s leading supplier of tomatoes and fresh vegetables, announces the addition of four new board members, bringing a wealth of diverse expertise and perspectives to guide the company through its next phase of growth. The newly appointed board members are John Corso, Beth Newlands Campbell, Jorge Fenyvesi, and Jared Lipman.

DOLE Organic Fair Trade Certified Pineapples Selected as a Good Housekeeping 2024 Sustainable Innovation Awards Winner

February 22, 2024 Dole plc

Dole Food Company announced today that DOLE® Organic Fair Trade Certified Pineapples were named a winner in Good Housekeeping’s 2024 Sustainable Innovation Awards. The full list of awards can be found on www.goodhousekeeping.com/sustainable-innovation-2024.