avocados

Avocados from Peru Donates to Local Food Banks through Partnership with Kroger, Ralphs and Food 4 Less

September 29, 2022 Avocados from Peru

In honor of Feeding America’s Hunger Action Month, Avocados from Peru (AFP), the official superfood of the Los Angeles Rams, teamed up with Kroger, Ralphs and Food 4 Less to donate 26,000 fresh, nutrition-packed avocados to local food banks in the San Bernardino and Riverside, California area. A celebration was held on September 26 to commemorate the donations of 13,000 avocados to the Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino (CAPSBC) and Feeding America Riverside/San Bernardino (FAIE).  …

Westfalia Fruit Provides Promotable Opportunities for Retailers Ahead of Busy Avocado Season

September 29, 2022 Westfalia Fruit

Westfalia Fruit, the world’s global leader of fresh avocados, is excited to support retailers and help drive demand for avocados this fall. As the Peruvian season ends, Westfalia’s strong, quality supply of avocados from Mexico, Chile, and Colombia will be ready for U.S. consumers to enjoy. …

Awe Sum Organics Makes Key Hires to Support the Launch of Organic Avocados

September 28, 2022 Awe Sum Organics

Jared Bray, recently hired as a sales professional is looking to lead the company into the organic avocado space. Jenna Galise joined the team at the beginning of the year as Organic Fruit Sales & Marketing professional.  …

The Hass Avocado Board Announces Recipients of 20th Anniversary Award

September 23, 2022 About The Hass Avocado Board

Following an extensive call for nominations, the Hass Avocado Board (HAB) named the recipients of its 20th Anniversary Recognition awards at the September Board Meeting and commemorated their service with a presentation and award recognition ceremony. The accolades acknowledge individuals for their outstanding commitment and achievements in “Making it Happen” for HAB by establishing and building the organization over the past two decades. …

Mission Produce Continues International Expansion, Announces Plans to Open United Kingdom Distribution Center in 2023

September 21, 2022 Mission Produce

Mission Produce announced plans to open a state-of-the-art ripening, packing and forward distribution center (FDC) in Dartford, England, in 2023. Strategically located with direct access to major international ports and transportation networks, the facility is expected to strengthen Mission’s expanding international footprint and optimize product distribution to the Company’s European customer base. …