New Jersey Department of Agriculture Kicks Off 40th Jersey Fresh Season

New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Edward D. Wengryn and other state and local officials today kicked off the 40th Anniversary of Jersey Fresh with a visit to Consalo Family Farms, which grows and packages locally grown produce and other farm products now appearing in farmers markets and stores around the state.

Innovative Program Creates Opportunities for Professionals Across the Blueberry Supply Chain to Build Skills and Boost Careers

The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) has launched the application process for the third class of its Blueberry Leadership Program that elevates up-and-coming leaders in the blueberry industry. The program will accept up to 10 talented, passionate professionals from across the supply chain to become the third group of fellows in the program.

Wonderful Pistachios Partners with Chef Claudia Sandoval to Launch Cinco de Mayo Recipes

May 2, 2024 The Wonderful Company

A winner of the reality TV cooking competition MasterChef, who has since become a judge of MasterChef Latinos and best-selling cooking author, Chef Claudia’s partnership features Wonderful Pistachios newly launched No Shells Jalapeño Lime flavor in two recipes: Shrimp Tacos with a Wonderful Pistachios Jalapeño Lime Salsa Macha Verde, and Wonderful Pistachios Jalapeño Lime Guacamole.

Toast Launches Digital Storefront and Marketing Suites Designed to Make it Easier for Restaurants to Bring Guests In and Keep Them Coming Back

May 1, 2024 Toast

Toast’s Marketing Suite marries marketing tools with automation technology. Together, the suites create a seamless digital hospitality experience for restaurants, integrate across the Toast platform, and allow restaurants to gather guest data from online and point-of-sale (POS) transactions. This data powers automated, targeted campaigns and custom-tailored guest experiences, fostering an engaging online environment that attracts guests and encourages return restaurant visits and repeat orders. 

IFPA Announces Winners of 2024 Produce Excellence In Foodservice Awards; Sponsored By Freshedge

May 1, 2024 FreshEdge

Sponsored by FreshEdge, this prestigious awards program honors chefs and foodservice operators across the country for their produce innovation, creativity, and all-around excellence in the use of fresh produce in the culinary arts. Along with global exposure, the winners also receive a trip to IFPA’s Foodservice Conference in Monterey, California on July 25-26 where they will be honored on stage.