Levine Leichtman Capital Partners Sells Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Levine Leichtman Capital Partners, a Los Angeles-based private equity firm, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its portfolio company TSC Intermediate, Inc. to private equity funds managed by Blackstone.

CMSA Sustainable Biodegradable Paper Bag “Earthpack,” Wins Prestigious Packaging Innovation Award at CPMA Produce Show

May 21, 2024 CMSA

CMSA is proud to announce the Sustainable Biodegradable Paper Bag, known as “Earthpack,” has clinched the coveted Packaging Innovation Award at the prestigious CPMA (Canadian Produce Marketing Association) Produce Show held in Vancouver, Canada.  It was presented by Mucci Farms as a Paper Mesh bag, which adds to their lineup of a series of award-winning packages. 

2024 North American Blueberry Council Awards Nominations Open

Help us recognize and celebrate blueberry industry pioneers and thought leaders who have impacted the industry. Nominations will be accepted from individuals in the blueberry industry, NABC’s Nomination Committee, and NABC employees.

Fresh Produce Association of the Americas Presents Southwest International Produce Expo 2024 – A Fresh Perspective

The hottest ticket in the Desert returns in 2024, the Southwest International Produce Expo (SWIPE), brought to you by the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA). In its second year, the event is only getting bigger in terms of booths, retail engagement, and grower/shipper participation.  This expo moves over to the luxurious JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa in Tucson, AZ, from November 7-9, 2024. 

National Mango Board Continues Momentum into Peak Season with Disney Collaboration and ‘Taste the Joy of Mangos’ Sweepstakes*

May 21, 2024 National Mango Board

Get ready to make some joyful memories with mangos this summer. In celebration of Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out 2, the National Mango Board and Disney have teamed up for an epic sweepstakes, offering fans the chance to win tickets to the premiere of the highly anticipated film, only in theaters June 14. The sweepstakes launches May 20 and will run through May 31.