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Wonderful Pistachios Unveils “No Shells Unsalted” in Celebration of World Pistachio Day

February 26, 2025 Wonderful Brands

Wonderful® Pistachios, America’s #1 snack nut, is shedding the shells and the salt for World Pistachio Day with the launch of No Shells Unsalted in the U.S. and Canada. Ideal for health-conscious consumers, home chefs, and anyone looking to integrate a delicious, sodium-free snack or ingredient into their daily lives, these roasted Wonderful Pistachios No Shells Unsalted will be available online and at retailers nationwide in 6-ounce bags. …

Verdant Technologies and Indianapolis Fruit Partner to Deliver Fresher, Longer-Lasting Broccoli with HarvestHold Fresh

February 25, 2025 Verdant Technologies

Verdant™ Technologies and Indianapolis Fruit, a leader in food service and retail wholesale distribution, have partnered to elevate the broccoli experience with Verdant’s innovative HarvestHold Fresh® technology. By working alongside premier growers Ippolito International and Dole Fresh Vegetables, this collaboration enhances shelf life and freshness, delivering a consistently high-quality product that benefits the entire supply chain—from grower to consumer. …

Giumarra Elevates DulceVida Nectarine Program with Unique PLU Codes

February 25, 2025 Giumarra

In advance of the 2025 California stone fruit season, the Giumarra Companies announces the introduction of unique PLU codes for its exclusive DulceVida® branded nectarine program. The new PLU codes will allow retailers to simplify inventory management and differentiate premium DulceVida nectarines at checkout. …

Eastern Produce Council Selects 2025 Leadership Class

February 25, 2025 Eastern Produce Council

“Our dual-medium learning environment provides occasions for participants to grow and gain valuable knowledge from experiences both in the field and in the classroom,” says Susan McAleavey Sarlund, EPC Executive Director. …

Fermata’s computer vision solution, Croptimus, wins the 2025 FRUIT LOGISTICA Innovation Award

February 24, 2025 Fermata

Croptimus™ employs image analysis and machine learning algorithms to continuously scan crops, providing real-time insights into plant health. Operating 24/7, the system thoroughly analyzes each plant to uncover and identify pests and diseases, as well as additional threats such as nutrient imbalances, general plant health issues, and damage from mechanical sources. …