Delbert Bland Inducted into the Vidalia Onion Hall of Fame

March 8, 2024 Bland Farms

The Vidalia Onion Committee proudly announced the induction of Delbert Bland, Founder of Bland Farms, into the prestigious Vidalia Onion Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony took place on Saturday, February 10, honoring Delbert’s outstanding contributions to the Vidalia onion industry.

USDA Seeks National Hass Avocado Board Nominees

March 8, 2024 USDA AMS

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking nominations for the Hass Avocado Board to fill seats for eight members whose terms expire Oct. 31, 2024. Nomination applications are due April 1. Appointed members will serve three-year terms beginning Nov. 1, 2024, and ending Oct. 31, 2027.

Monterey Mushrooms Introduces Sustainable Mushroom Packaging: Recycled Pet With Nir Sortable Colorant for a Greener Future

March 8, 2024 Monterey Mushrooms

Monterey Mushrooms is cultivating more than a meal; they’re nurturing a sustainable future. This spring the company is making a significant change to enhance the recyclability of its mushroom packaging by incorporating near-infrared (NIR) sortable material in its recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate (rPET) thermoformed tills. 

Mission Produce Appoints New President & Chief Operating Officer

March 8, 2024 Mission Produce

Mission Produce announced the appointment of John Pawlowski to President and Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective April 1, 2024. Steve Barnard will continue to serve as Mission Produce’s Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Board of Directors.

Food Freshly Introduces ‘In Field’ Solution for Extending Fresh Salad Shelf-Life Straight After Harvesting

March 8, 2024 Food Freshly

Fresh produce shelf-life specialist Food Freshly has showcased its innovative ‘In Field’ procedure for preserving freshly harvested salads to industry professionals for the first time in direct trials. The innovation delivers a revolutionary method for preserving the freshness and quality of salads immediately after harvesting.