Month: January 2025

North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission (NCSC) Commission Honors John Cooper with Distinguished Service 

January 27, 2025 North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission (NCSC)

While work for The North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission was “ad hoc” during the work on the ‘cooperative issue’, NCSC was John’s first ever registered client as a lobbyist in 2010. Since then, he has worked tirelessly to see the Commission succeed. John was instrumental in securing a recurring international marketing allocation from the NC General Assembly, as well as the $5M G.A. grant to combat GRKN and, most recently, an additional recurring marketing allocation of $500k, annually. …

GrubMarket Acquires Sally Produce, a Prominent Provider of Specialty Produce to Grocery Retailers Across the West Coast

January 27, 2025 GrubMarket

Sally Produce offers a full spectrum of fresh fruits and vegetables, with a specialization in Asian greens, pomelos, and melons, sourced directly from local farms in the Watsonville, Gilroy, Bakersfield, and Santa Cruz areas. …

Mission Produce Expands Global Sourcing to Meet Growing Demand For Avocados & Mangos in Europe & the UK

January 27, 2025 Mission Produce

Mission Produce, Inc. announced the expansion of its diversified sourcing strategy to provide a year-round supply of ripe avocados and mangos to the UK and European markets. Over the last year, Mission Produce has added 8+ sources to its global sourcing network to meet growing global demand for avocados and mangos.   …

AgriFORCE Growing Systems Appoints Dr. Barrett Mooney as its COO, Strengthening Commitment to Technological Innovation in Sustainable Agriculture

January 27, 2025 AgriFORCE Growing Systems Ltd.

Dr. Mooney’s extensive expertise in agriculture technology, sustainability, and strategic business growth positions him as a pivotal figure in AgriFORCE’s mission to integrate cutting-edge solutions into its newly acquired cryptocurrency mining and agricultural facility in Alberta, Canada. …

Procacci Brothers’ President Michael Maxwell Announces Retirement

January 24, 2025 Procacci Brothers

Procacci Brothers, a leader in the produce industry, announces the retirement of Michael Maxwell, President of Procacci Brothers, after an extraordinary 43 years of dedicated service. A true pillar of the Procacci family of companies, Mike’s impact is immeasurable. …