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The story of a proud industry, steeped in family, pride and tradition. Hard working people dedicated to the highest standards. Stewards of the land. Let’s tell the story of the often under appreciated people who provide humanity with its healthiest, safest, most delicious food ever. The fresh produce industry. THE GIANT CO. TO ROLLOUT FLASHFOOD APP CHAINWIDE The GIANT Co. announced Tuesday, June 8 it is rolling out the Flashfood app to all GIANT and MARTIN’S stores following a successful pilot. The Flashfood app allows shoppers to purchase fresh food, including produce, meat, deli, and bakery products, nearing STEMILT READY TO DELIVER WORLD FAMOUS CHERRIES IN 2021 As the 2021 Northwest cherry season ramps up, Stemilt Growers is already harvesting cherries from its California orchards, and expects to continue the season through mid-June. “We will have an overlap between Washington and California harvest, and expect to manage that well because of pent up demand for cherries happening worldwide,” said Brianna Shales, marketing director for Stemilt FOODSHED.IO EXPANDS LOCAL PRODUCER LINKS TO BUYERS Foodshed.io, a mobile marketing app and logistics platform, continues to grow in linking local produce growers with buyers. The company performed well in 2020 despite the COVID-19 pandemic, and in 2021 the operation is thriving to an even greater degree. Last year the young company enjoyed having St. Louis-based Schnuck Markets Inc. as its primary retail client. SMART & FINAL ACQUIRED BY MEXICAN RETAIL GIANT FOR $620M Smart & Final acquired by Mexican retail giant for $620M. Bodega Latina Corp., a subsidiary of Grupo Comercial Chedraui, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Smart & Final Holdings Inc. from funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management Inc. for approximately $620 million, including the assumption of certain

indebtedness.

GEORGIA PEACHES SET UP FOR SUCCESS IN 2021 Georgia peaches set up for success in 2021. March 29, 2021. The 2021 Georgia peach season anticipates a full, consistent, healthy crop due to the lengthy, cold winter the country has been experiencing. Peach-growing areas of Georgia have logged over 1,000 chill hours, more than 300 hours above the average of 700 hours annually. CALIFORNIA CHERRY GROWERS ANTICIPATE NEAR-RECORD CROP California cherry growers anticipate near-record crop. April 29, 2021. Harvest of the year’s first fresh cherries has begun in California’s southern-most growing areas and will soon be moving its way up the state. “We’re looking forward to 2021 being an excellent year for California cherries in terms of both volume and

quality,” said

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The story of a proud industry, steeped in family, pride and tradition. Hard working people dedicated to the highest standards. Stewards of the land. Let’s tell the story of the often under appreciated people who provide humanity with its healthiest, safest, most delicious food ever. The fresh produce industry. THE GIANT CO. TO ROLLOUT FLASHFOOD APP CHAINWIDE The GIANT Co. announced Tuesday, June 8 it is rolling out the Flashfood app to all GIANT and MARTIN’S stores following a successful pilot. The Flashfood app allows shoppers to purchase fresh food, including produce, meat, deli, and bakery products, nearing STEMILT READY TO DELIVER WORLD FAMOUS CHERRIES IN 2021 As the 2021 Northwest cherry season ramps up, Stemilt Growers is already harvesting cherries from its California orchards, and expects to continue the season through mid-June. “We will have an overlap between Washington and California harvest, and expect to manage that well because of pent up demand for cherries happening worldwide,” said Brianna Shales, marketing director for Stemilt FOODSHED.IO EXPANDS LOCAL PRODUCER LINKS TO BUYERS Foodshed.io, a mobile marketing app and logistics platform, continues to grow in linking local produce growers with buyers. The company performed well in 2020 despite the COVID-19 pandemic, and in 2021 the operation is thriving to an even greater degree. Last year the young company enjoyed having St. Louis-based Schnuck Markets Inc. as its primary retail client. SMART & FINAL ACQUIRED BY MEXICAN RETAIL GIANT FOR $620M Smart & Final acquired by Mexican retail giant for $620M. Bodega Latina Corp., a subsidiary of Grupo Comercial Chedraui, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Smart & Final Holdings Inc. from funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management Inc. for approximately $620 million, including the assumption of certain

indebtedness.

GEORGIA PEACHES SET UP FOR SUCCESS IN 2021 Georgia peaches set up for success in 2021. March 29, 2021. The 2021 Georgia peach season anticipates a full, consistent, healthy crop due to the lengthy, cold winter the country has been experiencing. Peach-growing areas of Georgia have logged over 1,000 chill hours, more than 300 hours above the average of 700 hours annually. CALIFORNIA CHERRY GROWERS ANTICIPATE NEAR-RECORD CROP California cherry growers anticipate near-record crop. April 29, 2021. Harvest of the year’s first fresh cherries has begun in California’s southern-most growing areas and will soon be moving its way up the state. “We’re looking forward to 2021 being an excellent year for California cherries in terms of both volume and

quality,” said

CUTTING-EDGE GREENHOUSE OPENS DOORS IN COLORADO 14 hours ago · Spring Born, a 3.5-acre indoor hydroponic farm, is breaking ground in the CEA industry. The company is one of the first leafy green greenhouses in Colorado to undergo USDA Organic Certification. Spring Born products will be available for retail distribution starting August 2021. VILLAGE FARMS BEE-LIEVES IN DOING GOOD WITH IPM 1 day ago · Integrated Pest Management is a method that has been used with great success in reducing the need for chemicals in agriculture while working to optimize plant health. Among Indoor farmers, especially hydroponic greenhouse growers, and more specifically high-tech Controlled Environment Agriculture, such as the type of farming Village Farms growers engage, an IPM program was BACK TO WORK BONUS: GROCERY DELIVERY AND PICKUP AT THE 1 day ago · Lowes Foods, a major supermarket chain headquartered in the Carolinas, has partnered with QuickCollect Solutions, powered by Bell and Howell, a leading provider of grocery pickup solutions, to provide more grocery options to consumers returning to the workplace. This partnership expands the Lowes Foods To Go delivery options by placing Bell and Howell’s QuickCollect GL temperature DEL REY EXPANDING ITS OPTIONS FOR CUSTOMERS 1 day ago · As June dawns, Del Rey Avocado Co. has added the Peru fruit to its avocado line-up and is also offering more bags and other value-added options for its customers. Bob Lucy, president of the company with its offices in Fallbrook, CA, and its modern packing shed in nearby Vista, said the avocado PRODUCE LIFER MARIO PALLOTTA DIES FROM COVID-19 Mario Anthony Pallotta, who owned and operated M.A. Pallotta Brokerage Co. for over 50 years, died unexpectedly March 17 at Melrose Wakefield Hospital as a result of complications from COVID-19. He was 82. Mr. Pallotta had a tireless, old-fashioned work ethic that had him up at 2:30 a.m. six days a week, when he would head to his second home — the produce market in Chelsea, MA. A YEAR OF UNPARALLELED POTATO SALES A year of unparalleled potato sales. Potato sales for Q3 (January through March 2021) of marketing year 2021 have caught up to the changed buying habits that the pandemic brought about. March 2020 was an unprecedented time for potato sales in grocery stores as panic buying began a yearlong streak of record-high sales in dollars and

volume.

NORTHEAST SEEING HIGH DEMAND FOR JUMBO CARROTS 1 day ago · BDA/Dorot Farm reported high demand for fresh and sweet carrots in the Northeast region of the United States. “I have been feeling a high demand for our products from our customers, foodservice companies and restaurants," said Ami Ben-Dror, CEO of BDA/Dorot Farm. CHEW ON THIS... IDAHO POTATOES ARE A GOOD SOURCE OF PLANT When looking for plant-based protein options, don’t bypass the potatoes — a 5.2 ounce skin-on Idaho potato has 3 grams of protein. With vegetables like green beans, spinach, Brussels sprouts and butternut squash containing just 1 gram of protein per serving, nutrient-dense Idaho potatoes can elevate the protein content of any meal and are a great way to satiate hunger. REMEMBERING GREENFIELD FRESH’S ANDREW DEWSNUP By. Keith Loria. May 3, 2021. Andrew Dewsnup, who served as president of Greenfield Fresh, the San Francisco Bay area produce brokerage he founded in 2002, died at the age of 60. “He had recently been diagnosed with esophageal cancer and was anticipating 100 percent recovery, so we are all are mourning this untimely loss,” said Royce 10 DIFFERENT WAYS TO USE SWEET POTATOES Sweet Potato Beet Smoothie. This bright hued sweet potato beet smoothie is the best post workout smoothie recipe. Made with mango, beets and sweet potatoes, it’s antioxidant rich, and helps replenish and restore your muscles to expedite recovery. 7. Sweet Potato Mac and

Cheese.

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The story of a proud industry, steeped in family, pride and tradition. Hard working people dedicated to the highest standards. Stewards of the land. Let’s tell the story of the often under appreciated people who provide humanity with its healthiest, safest, most delicious food ever. The fresh produce industry. THE GIANT CO. TO ROLLOUT FLASHFOOD APP CHAINWIDE The GIANT Co. announced Tuesday, June 8 it is rolling out the Flashfood app to all GIANT and MARTIN’S stores following a successful pilot. The Flashfood app allows shoppers to purchase fresh food, including produce, meat, deli, and bakery products, nearing HONESTY IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS FOR FRUIT ROYALE Throughout its years dealing with grapes, Fruit Royale has noticed the commodity changes have been rapid and revolutionary. “Honesty is the key to success,” Galvan said. “Our business is a trust-based business and without that you have no equity. Efficiency in production while maintaining a high level, great eating product will always win FOODSHED.IO EXPANDS LOCAL PRODUCER LINKS TO BUYERS Foodshed.io, a mobile marketing app and logistics platform, continues to grow in linking local produce growers with buyers. The company performed well in 2020 despite the COVID-19 pandemic, and in 2021 the operation is thriving to an even greater degree. Last year the young company enjoyed having St. Louis-based Schnuck Markets Inc. as its primary retail client. GR FRESH CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF STATE-OF-THE-ART GR Fresh, a leading grower-shipper and distributor of Mexican vegetables, held a grand opening of its new state-of-the-art warehouse and cold storage facility, in McAllen, TX, on May 26. The event featured presentations by GR Fresh executives and officials from the

city of

SMART & FINAL ACQUIRED BY MEXICAN RETAIL GIANT FOR $620M Smart & Final acquired by Mexican retail giant for $620M. Bodega Latina Corp., a subsidiary of Grupo Comercial Chedraui, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Smart & Final Holdings Inc. from funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management Inc. for approximately $620 million, including the assumption of certain

indebtedness.

GEORGIA PEACHES SET UP FOR SUCCESS IN 2021 Georgia peaches set up for success in 2021. March 29, 2021. The 2021 Georgia peach season anticipates a full, consistent, healthy crop due to the lengthy, cold winter the country has been experiencing. Peach-growing areas of Georgia have logged over 1,000 chill hours, more than 300 hours above the average of 700 hours annually. HAPCO FARMS EXPANDS FLORIDA ACREAGE Hapco Farms expands Florida acreage. Bucking a trend that reveals a decrease in the amount of land in the United States devoted to agriculture as well as a decline in the number of farms in the U.S., Fresh from the Start has acquired an additional 6,000 acres of land in O’Brien, FL, with plans to increase volume of some of its key crops. WHOLE FOODS CHANGING ITS PRODUCE SOURCING Whole Foods Market launched Sourced for Good, an exclusive third-party-certification program to support responsible sourcing by providing tangible improvements in farmworkers’ lives, strengthening worker communities where products are sourced and promoting environmental stewardship where crops are grown. CUSTOMS HOUSE LEADER JOSE OSCAR ALVAREZ DIES Customs house leader Jose Oscar Alvarez dies. Jose Oscar Alvarez Jr., a leader in the customs house brokerage business through J.O. Alvarez Inc., died April 21 at home surrounded by loved ones. He was 66. Mr. Alvarez, who was born Sept. 10, 1954, is survived by his wife, Cristina G. Alvarez; children, Tanya Alvarez (Taha Khorram), Kendra

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The story of a proud industry, steeped in family, pride and tradition. Hard working people dedicated to the highest standards. Stewards of the land. Let’s tell the story of the often under appreciated people who provide humanity with its healthiest, safest, most delicious food ever. The fresh produce industry. THE GIANT CO. TO ROLLOUT FLASHFOOD APP CHAINWIDE The GIANT Co. announced Tuesday, June 8 it is rolling out the Flashfood app to all GIANT and MARTIN’S stores following a successful pilot. The Flashfood app allows shoppers to purchase fresh food, including produce, meat, deli, and bakery products, nearing HONESTY IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS FOR FRUIT ROYALE Throughout its years dealing with grapes, Fruit Royale has noticed the commodity changes have been rapid and revolutionary. “Honesty is the key to success,” Galvan said. “Our business is a trust-based business and without that you have no equity. Efficiency in production while maintaining a high level, great eating product will always win FOODSHED.IO EXPANDS LOCAL PRODUCER LINKS TO BUYERS Foodshed.io, a mobile marketing app and logistics platform, continues to grow in linking local produce growers with buyers. The company performed well in 2020 despite the COVID-19 pandemic, and in 2021 the operation is thriving to an even greater degree. Last year the young company enjoyed having St. Louis-based Schnuck Markets Inc. as its primary retail client. GR FRESH CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF STATE-OF-THE-ART GR Fresh, a leading grower-shipper and distributor of Mexican vegetables, held a grand opening of its new state-of-the-art warehouse and cold storage facility, in McAllen, TX, on May 26. The event featured presentations by GR Fresh executives and officials from the

city of

SMART & FINAL ACQUIRED BY MEXICAN RETAIL GIANT FOR $620M Smart & Final acquired by Mexican retail giant for $620M. Bodega Latina Corp., a subsidiary of Grupo Comercial Chedraui, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Smart & Final Holdings Inc. from funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management Inc. for approximately $620 million, including the assumption of certain

indebtedness.

GEORGIA PEACHES SET UP FOR SUCCESS IN 2021 Georgia peaches set up for success in 2021. March 29, 2021. The 2021 Georgia peach season anticipates a full, consistent, healthy crop due to the lengthy, cold winter the country has been experiencing. Peach-growing areas of Georgia have logged over 1,000 chill hours, more than 300 hours above the average of 700 hours annually. HAPCO FARMS EXPANDS FLORIDA ACREAGE Hapco Farms expands Florida acreage. Bucking a trend that reveals a decrease in the amount of land in the United States devoted to agriculture as well as a decline in the number of farms in the U.S., Fresh from the Start has acquired an additional 6,000 acres of land in O’Brien, FL, with plans to increase volume of some of its key crops. WHOLE FOODS CHANGING ITS PRODUCE SOURCING Whole Foods Market launched Sourced for Good, an exclusive third-party-certification program to support responsible sourcing by providing tangible improvements in farmworkers’ lives, strengthening worker communities where products are sourced and promoting environmental stewardship where crops are grown. CUSTOMS HOUSE LEADER JOSE OSCAR ALVAREZ DIES Customs house leader Jose Oscar Alvarez dies. Jose Oscar Alvarez Jr., a leader in the customs house brokerage business through J.O. Alvarez Inc., died April 21 at home surrounded by loved ones. He was 66. Mr. Alvarez, who was born Sept. 10, 1954, is survived by his wife, Cristina G. Alvarez; children, Tanya Alvarez (Taha Khorram), Kendra VILLAGE FARMS BEE-LIEVES IN DOING GOOD WITH IPM 3 hours ago · Integrated Pest Management is a method that has been used with great success in reducing the need for chemicals in agriculture while working to optimize plant health. Among Indoor farmers, especially hydroponic greenhouse growers, and more specifically high-tech Controlled Environment Agriculture, such as the type of farming Village Farms growers engage, an IPM program DEL REY EXPANDING ITS OPTIONS FOR CUSTOMERS 5 hours ago · As June dawns, Del Rey Avocado Co. has added the Peru fruit to its avocado line-up and is also offering more bags and other value-added options for its customers. Bob Lucy, president of the company with its offices in Fallbrook, CA, and its modern packing shed in nearby Vista, said the avocado DRISCOLL’S KICKS OFF SUMMER WITH THE RETURN OF ROSÉ 17 hours ago · This summer, Driscoll’s will help berry lovers kick off a deliciously sweet season with the long-anticipated return of Rosé Berries – beautiful blush-colored strawberries and raspberries – and its Sweetest Batch strawberries and raspberries, each selected for their extra-sweet flavor profiles. Both berry collections were developed to deliver a premium produce experience that surprises GENERATION FARMS NAMES NEW CEO 1 day ago · Generation Farms announced Mike Thomas as its new CEO. He had previously held the position of general manager at Generation Farms, bringing extensive experience in growing and scaling high-value fresh produce to the industry. With more than 30 years of STEMILT READY TO DELIVER WORLD FAMOUS CHERRIES IN 2021 As the 2021 Northwest cherry season ramps up, Stemilt Growers is already harvesting cherries from its California orchards, and expects to continue the season through mid-June. “We will have an overlap between Washington and California harvest, and expect to manage that well because of pent up demand for cherries happening worldwide,” said Brianna Shales, marketing director for Stemilt KROGER DELIVERY ARRIVES IN FLORIDA 20 hours ago · The Kroger Co. announced the opening of the Customer Fulfillment Center in Groveland, FL, powered by Ocado Group, a world leader in technology for grocery e-commerce. This marks Kroger's entry into the Florida market with an e-commerce delivery service that combines vertical integration, machine learning, and robotics with affordable, friendly, and fast delivery of grocery items and fresh

food.

CHEW ON THIS... IDAHO POTATOES ARE A GOOD SOURCE OF PLANT 18 hours ago · When looking for plant-based protein options, don’t bypass the potatoes — a 5.2 ounce skin-on Idaho potato has 3 grams of protein. With vegetables like green beans, spinach, Brussels sprouts and butternut squash containing just 1 gram of protein per serving, nutrient-dense Idaho potatoes can elevate the protein content of any meal and are a great way to satiate hunger. MISSION TOUTS ITS PERUVIAN AVOCADO CONNECTION 1 day ago · Mission Produce Inc., one of the world’s largest avocado producers, also boasts the one of the largest packingsheds in the world as part of its operation in Peru. “We are vertically integrated in our Peru operations,” said Denise Junqueiro, senior director of marketing and communications for A YEAR OF UNPARALLELED POTATO SALES A year of unparalleled potato sales. Potato sales for Q3 (January through March 2021) of marketing year 2021 have caught up to the changed buying habits that the pandemic brought about. March 2020 was an unprecedented time for potato sales in grocery stores as panic buying began a yearlong streak of record-high sales in dollars and

volume.

GR FRESH CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING OF STATE-OF-THE-ART GR Fresh, a leading grower-shipper and distributor of Mexican vegetables, held a grand opening of its new state-of-the-art warehouse and cold storage facility, in McAllen, TX, on May 26. The event featured presentations by GR Fresh executives and officials from the

city of

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The story of a proud industry, steeped in family, pride and tradition. Hard working people dedicated to the highest standards. Stewards of the land. Let’s tell the story of the often under appreciated people who provide humanity with its healthiest, safest, most delicious food ever. The fresh produce industry. STEMILT READY TO DELIVER WORLD FAMOUS CHERRIES IN 2021 As the 2021 Northwest cherry season ramps up, Stemilt Growers is already harvesting cherries from its California orchards, and expects to continue the season through mid-June. “We will have an overlap between Washington and California harvest, and expect to manage that well because of pent up demand for cherries happening worldwide,” said Brianna Shales, marketing director for Stemilt FOODSHED.IO EXPANDS LOCAL PRODUCER LINKS TO BUYERS Foodshed.io, a mobile marketing app and logistics platform, continues to grow in linking local produce growers with buyers. The company performed well in 2020 despite the COVID-19 pandemic, and in 2021 the operation is thriving to an even greater degree. Last year the young company enjoyed having St. Louis-based Schnuck Markets Inc. as its primary retail client. SMART & FINAL ACQUIRED BY MEXICAN RETAIL GIANT FOR $620M Smart & Final acquired by Mexican retail giant for $620M. Bodega Latina Corp., a subsidiary of Grupo Comercial Chedraui, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Smart & Final Holdings Inc. from funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management Inc. for approximately $620 million, including the assumption of certain

indebtedness.

A YEAR OF UNPARALLELED POTATO SALES A year of unparalleled potato sales. Potato sales for Q3 (January through March 2021) of marketing year 2021 have caught up to the changed buying habits that the pandemic brought about. March 2020 was an unprecedented time for potato sales in grocery stores as panic buying began a yearlong streak of record-high sales in dollars and

volume.

GEORGIA PEACHES SET UP FOR SUCCESS IN 2021 Georgia peaches set up for success in 2021. March 29, 2021. The 2021 Georgia peach season anticipates a full, consistent, healthy crop due to the lengthy, cold winter the country has been experiencing. Peach-growing areas of Georgia have logged over 1,000 chill hours, more than 300 hours above the average of 700 hours annually. HAPCO FARMS EXPANDS FLORIDA ACREAGE Hapco Farms expands Florida acreage. Bucking a trend that reveals a decrease in the amount of land in the United States devoted to agriculture as well as a decline in the number of farms in the U.S., Fresh from the Start has acquired an additional 6,000 acres of land in O’Brien, FL, with plans to increase volume of some of its key crops. WHOLE FOODS CHANGING ITS PRODUCE SOURCING Whole Foods Market launched Sourced for Good, an exclusive third-party-certification program to support responsible sourcing by providing tangible improvements in farmworkers’ lives, strengthening worker communities where products are sourced and promoting environmental stewardship where crops are grown. CUSTOMS HOUSE LEADER JOSE OSCAR ALVAREZ DIES Customs house leader Jose Oscar Alvarez dies. Jose Oscar Alvarez Jr., a leader in the customs house brokerage business through J.O. Alvarez Inc., died April 21 at home surrounded by loved ones. He was 66. Mr. Alvarez, who was born Sept. 10, 1954, is survived by his wife, Cristina G. Alvarez; children, Tanya Alvarez (Taha Khorram), Kendra CRUNCH PAK NAMES NEW DIRECTOR OF SALES AND MARKETING Sliced apples specialist Crunch Pak hired Andy Kimbrel as director of sales and marketing. Kimbrel comes to the company with 12 years of experience in the footwear industry at LaCrosse Footwear Inc., where he directed regional sales for several premium footwear brands and managed accounts such as REI, Filson, Scheels, Zappos, and federal and

local governments.

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The story of a proud industry, steeped in family, pride and tradition. Hard working people dedicated to the highest standards. Stewards of the land. Let’s tell the story of the often under appreciated people who provide humanity with its healthiest, safest, most delicious food ever. The fresh produce industry. STEMILT READY TO DELIVER WORLD FAMOUS CHERRIES IN 2021 As the 2021 Northwest cherry season ramps up, Stemilt Growers is already harvesting cherries from its California orchards, and expects to continue the season through mid-June. “We will have an overlap between Washington and California harvest, and expect to manage that well because of pent up demand for cherries happening worldwide,” said Brianna Shales, marketing director for Stemilt FOODSHED.IO EXPANDS LOCAL PRODUCER LINKS TO BUYERS Foodshed.io, a mobile marketing app and logistics platform, continues to grow in linking local produce growers with buyers. The company performed well in 2020 despite the COVID-19 pandemic, and in 2021 the operation is thriving to an even greater degree. Last year the young company enjoyed having St. Louis-based Schnuck Markets Inc. as its primary retail client. SMART & FINAL ACQUIRED BY MEXICAN RETAIL GIANT FOR $620M Smart & Final acquired by Mexican retail giant for $620M. Bodega Latina Corp., a subsidiary of Grupo Comercial Chedraui, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Smart & Final Holdings Inc. from funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management Inc. for approximately $620 million, including the assumption of certain

indebtedness.

A YEAR OF UNPARALLELED POTATO SALES A year of unparalleled potato sales. Potato sales for Q3 (January through March 2021) of marketing year 2021 have caught up to the changed buying habits that the pandemic brought about. March 2020 was an unprecedented time for potato sales in grocery stores as panic buying began a yearlong streak of record-high sales in dollars and

volume.

GEORGIA PEACHES SET UP FOR SUCCESS IN 2021 Georgia peaches set up for success in 2021. March 29, 2021. The 2021 Georgia peach season anticipates a full, consistent, healthy crop due to the lengthy, cold winter the country has been experiencing. Peach-growing areas of Georgia have logged over 1,000 chill hours, more than 300 hours above the average of 700 hours annually. HAPCO FARMS EXPANDS FLORIDA ACREAGE Hapco Farms expands Florida acreage. Bucking a trend that reveals a decrease in the amount of land in the United States devoted to agriculture as well as a decline in the number of farms in the U.S., Fresh from the Start has acquired an additional 6,000 acres of land in O’Brien, FL, with plans to increase volume of some of its key crops. WHOLE FOODS CHANGING ITS PRODUCE SOURCING Whole Foods Market launched Sourced for Good, an exclusive third-party-certification program to support responsible sourcing by providing tangible improvements in farmworkers’ lives, strengthening worker communities where products are sourced and promoting environmental stewardship where crops are grown. CUSTOMS HOUSE LEADER JOSE OSCAR ALVAREZ DIES Customs house leader Jose Oscar Alvarez dies. Jose Oscar Alvarez Jr., a leader in the customs house brokerage business through J.O. Alvarez Inc., died April 21 at home surrounded by loved ones. He was 66. Mr. Alvarez, who was born Sept. 10, 1954, is survived by his wife, Cristina G. Alvarez; children, Tanya Alvarez (Taha Khorram), Kendra CRUNCH PAK NAMES NEW DIRECTOR OF SALES AND MARKETING Sliced apples specialist Crunch Pak hired Andy Kimbrel as director of sales and marketing. Kimbrel comes to the company with 12 years of experience in the footwear industry at LaCrosse Footwear Inc., where he directed regional sales for several premium footwear brands and managed accounts such as REI, Filson, Scheels, Zappos, and federal and

local governments.

TANIMURA & ANTLE ELEVATES BRANDING FOR ITS ARTISAN LINE 1 day ago · Reflecting decades of sustainable innovation, hand-crafted expertise and high-quality products, Tanimura & Antle is rolling out new consumer focused branding to support its premium Tanimura & Antle Artisan family of fresh produce and more clearly convey these attributes on the shelf. The distinct new logo joins upgraded packaging with complementary colors and enhanced graphics. AMID LABOR SHORTAGE KROGER LOOKS TO HIRE 10,000 1 day ago · The Kroger Co. will hold its first nationwide hybrid hiring event tomorrow, including virtual and in-store interviews. The goal of the event is to hire 10,000 associates supporting retail, e-commerce, pharmacy, manufacturing, and logistics operations. "The Kroger Family of Companies is one of the MASTRONARDI PARTNERSHIP BRINGING INNOVATION, FLAVORFUL 1 day ago · In an effort to bring more high-flavor fresh fruits and vegetables to the region, Mastronardi Produce and Rhode Island Grows, a family-owned farming operation spanning three states, have broken ground on the construction of a 25-acre greenhouse in Exeter, RI. “This high-tech, state-of the-art CONSALO FAMILY FARMS OPENS NEW PACKING FACILITY AND 1 day ago · This year marks the opening of a new cold storage and packing facility centrally located in Vineland, NJ, for Consalo Family Farms. “The facility has six new forced air coolers, which allows for cooling of 60 pallets of blueberries or vegetables at a time,” explained Chelsea Consalo, vice president of produce operations. “The new space holds more than 1,000 pallets per day at a time. STEMILT’S FAST FACTS THE CAST TALKS ABOUT RAVE APPLE’S 1 day ago · Summer fruit season is in full swing, but Stemilt is looking ahead to early August and a quick start to the new apple season with the return of Rave brand MN55 cultivar apples. The Honeycrisp-MonArk cross has unique early harvest timing in the three regions it currently grows in. This allows OCEAN MIST CEO JOE PEZZINI STEPPING DOWN 1 day ago · Ocean Mist Farms CEO and President Joe Pezzini will step down from this role effective June 30. He has been a consistent face and voice of this nearly 100-year-old brand for 21 years, and his legacy will be evident as the company moves forward toward its centennial celebration. STEMILT READY TO DELIVER WORLD FAMOUS CHERRIES IN 2021 As the 2021 Northwest cherry season ramps up, Stemilt Growers is already harvesting cherries from its California orchards, and expects to continue the season through mid-June. “We will have an overlap between Washington and California harvest, and expect to manage that well because of pent up demand for cherries happening worldwide,” said Brianna Shales, marketing director for Stemilt A YEAR OF UNPARALLELED POTATO SALES A year of unparalleled potato sales. Potato sales for Q3 (January through March 2021) of marketing year 2021 have caught up to the changed buying habits that the pandemic brought about. March 2020 was an unprecedented time for potato sales in grocery stores as panic buying began a yearlong streak of record-high sales in dollars and

volume.

KWIK LOK NAMES MAGGIE BROWN DIRECTOR OF GLOBAL SUPPLY 1 day ago · Kwik Lok Corp., headquartered in Yakima, WA, has created a new position, director of global supply chain, to oversee strategic supply chain management with a focus on ethical procurement and sustainability. Maggie Brown, a seasoned procurement professional has accepted the role and will report to Kwik Lok's chief operating officer, Jeff Scott, at Kwik Lok’s headquarters. THE NEW COUNTRY FRESH HAS SOME FAMILIAR FACES The new Country Fresh has some familiar faces. May 5, 2021. Country Fresh and Sun Rich USA, two divisions previously part of the Fresh Food Group, will now operate as a standalone company under the Country Fresh name following the completion of the acquisition of Country Fresh and Sun Rich USA assets by a group consisting of Stellex Capital

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The story of a proud industry, steeped in family, pride and tradition. Hard working people dedicated to the highest standards. Stewards of the land. Let’s tell the story of the often under appreciated people who provide humanity with its healthiest, safest, most delicious food ever. The fresh produce industry. STEMILT READY TO DELIVER WORLD FAMOUS CHERRIES IN 2021 As the 2021 Northwest cherry season ramps up, Stemilt Growers is already harvesting cherries from its California orchards, and expects to continue the season through mid-June. “We will have an overlap between Washington and California harvest, and expect to manage that well because of pent up demand for cherries happening worldwide,” said Brianna Shales, marketing director for Stemilt FOODSHED.IO EXPANDS LOCAL PRODUCER LINKS TO BUYERS Foodshed.io, a mobile marketing app and logistics platform, continues to grow in linking local produce growers with buyers. The company performed well in 2020 despite the COVID-19 pandemic, and in 2021 the operation is thriving to an even greater degree. Last year the young company enjoyed having St. Louis-based Schnuck Markets Inc. as its primary retail client. SMART & FINAL ACQUIRED BY MEXICAN RETAIL GIANT FOR $620M Smart & Final acquired by Mexican retail giant for $620M. Bodega Latina Corp., a subsidiary of Grupo Comercial Chedraui, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Smart & Final Holdings Inc. from funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management Inc. for approximately $620 million, including the assumption of certain

indebtedness.

THE NEW COUNTRY FRESH HAS SOME FAMILIAR FACES The new Country Fresh has some familiar faces. May 5, 2021. Country Fresh and Sun Rich USA, two divisions previously part of the Fresh Food Group, will now operate as a standalone company under the Country Fresh name following the completion of the acquisition of Country Fresh and Sun Rich USA assets by a group consisting of Stellex Capital TRUCK RATES SOARING, AND THE SKY MAY NOT BE THE LIMIT Truck rates soaring, and the sky may not be the limit. On April 17, 2020, Fresh Kist Produce in Nipomo, CA, secured a truck for a Boston-bound load for $6,400. Almost exactly a year later, on Monday, April 19, 2021, the Santa Maria Valley shipper sent off another truck on the same route with a contracted freight rate of $10,600. HAPCO FARMS EXPANDS FLORIDA ACREAGE Hapco Farms expands Florida acreage. Bucking a trend that reveals a decrease in the amount of land in the United States devoted to agriculture as well as a decline in the number of farms in the U.S., Fresh from the Start has acquired an additional 6,000 acres of land in O’Brien, FL, with plans to increase volume of some of its key crops. GEORGIA PEACHES SET UP FOR SUCCESS IN 2021 Georgia peaches set up for success in 2021. March 29, 2021. The 2021 Georgia peach season anticipates a full, consistent, healthy crop due to the lengthy, cold winter the country has been experiencing. Peach-growing areas of Georgia have logged over 1,000 chill hours, more than 300 hours above the average of 700 hours annually. CUSTOMS HOUSE LEADER JOSE OSCAR ALVAREZ DIES Customs house leader Jose Oscar Alvarez dies. Jose Oscar Alvarez Jr., a leader in the customs house brokerage business through J.O. Alvarez Inc., died April 21 at home surrounded by loved ones. He was 66. Mr. Alvarez, who was born Sept. 10, 1954, is survived by his wife, Cristina G. Alvarez; children, Tanya Alvarez (Taha Khorram), Kendra CRUNCH PAK NAMES NEW DIRECTOR OF SALES AND MARKETING Sliced apples specialist Crunch Pak hired Andy Kimbrel as director of sales and marketing. Kimbrel comes to the company with 12 years of experience in the footwear industry at LaCrosse Footwear Inc., where he directed regional sales for several premium footwear brands and managed accounts such as REI, Filson, Scheels, Zappos, and federal and

local governments.

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The story of a proud industry, steeped in family, pride and tradition. Hard working people dedicated to the highest standards. Stewards of the land. Let’s tell the story of the often under appreciated people who provide humanity with its healthiest, safest, most delicious food ever. The fresh produce industry. STEMILT READY TO DELIVER WORLD FAMOUS CHERRIES IN 2021 As the 2021 Northwest cherry season ramps up, Stemilt Growers is already harvesting cherries from its California orchards, and expects to continue the season through mid-June. “We will have an overlap between Washington and California harvest, and expect to manage that well because of pent up demand for cherries happening worldwide,” said Brianna Shales, marketing director for Stemilt FOODSHED.IO EXPANDS LOCAL PRODUCER LINKS TO BUYERS Foodshed.io, a mobile marketing app and logistics platform, continues to grow in linking local produce growers with buyers. The company performed well in 2020 despite the COVID-19 pandemic, and in 2021 the operation is thriving to an even greater degree. Last year the young company enjoyed having St. Louis-based Schnuck Markets Inc. as its primary retail client. SMART & FINAL ACQUIRED BY MEXICAN RETAIL GIANT FOR $620M Smart & Final acquired by Mexican retail giant for $620M. Bodega Latina Corp., a subsidiary of Grupo Comercial Chedraui, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Smart & Final Holdings Inc. from funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management Inc. for approximately $620 million, including the assumption of certain

indebtedness.

THE NEW COUNTRY FRESH HAS SOME FAMILIAR FACES The new Country Fresh has some familiar faces. May 5, 2021. Country Fresh and Sun Rich USA, two divisions previously part of the Fresh Food Group, will now operate as a standalone company under the Country Fresh name following the completion of the acquisition of Country Fresh and Sun Rich USA assets by a group consisting of Stellex Capital TRUCK RATES SOARING, AND THE SKY MAY NOT BE THE LIMIT Truck rates soaring, and the sky may not be the limit. On April 17, 2020, Fresh Kist Produce in Nipomo, CA, secured a truck for a Boston-bound load for $6,400. Almost exactly a year later, on Monday, April 19, 2021, the Santa Maria Valley shipper sent off another truck on the same route with a contracted freight rate of $10,600. HAPCO FARMS EXPANDS FLORIDA ACREAGE Hapco Farms expands Florida acreage. Bucking a trend that reveals a decrease in the amount of land in the United States devoted to agriculture as well as a decline in the number of farms in the U.S., Fresh from the Start has acquired an additional 6,000 acres of land in O’Brien, FL, with plans to increase volume of some of its key crops. GEORGIA PEACHES SET UP FOR SUCCESS IN 2021 Georgia peaches set up for success in 2021. March 29, 2021. The 2021 Georgia peach season anticipates a full, consistent, healthy crop due to the lengthy, cold winter the country has been experiencing. Peach-growing areas of Georgia have logged over 1,000 chill hours, more than 300 hours above the average of 700 hours annually. CUSTOMS HOUSE LEADER JOSE OSCAR ALVAREZ DIES Customs house leader Jose Oscar Alvarez dies. Jose Oscar Alvarez Jr., a leader in the customs house brokerage business through J.O. Alvarez Inc., died April 21 at home surrounded by loved ones. He was 66. Mr. Alvarez, who was born Sept. 10, 1954, is survived by his wife, Cristina G. Alvarez; children, Tanya Alvarez (Taha Khorram), Kendra CRUNCH PAK NAMES NEW DIRECTOR OF SALES AND MARKETING Sliced apples specialist Crunch Pak hired Andy Kimbrel as director of sales and marketing. Kimbrel comes to the company with 12 years of experience in the footwear industry at LaCrosse Footwear Inc., where he directed regional sales for several premium footwear brands and managed accounts such as REI, Filson, Scheels, Zappos, and federal and

local governments.

THE GIANT CO. TO ROLLOUT FLASHFOOD APP CHAINWIDE 17 hours ago · The GIANT Co. announced Tuesday, June 8 it is rolling out the Flashfood app to all GIANT and MARTIN’S stores following a successful pilot. The Flashfood app allows shoppers to purchase fresh food, including produce, meat, deli, and bakery products, nearing EXHIBITOR BOOTH REGISTRATION OPENS FOR ORGANIC GROWER 16 hours ago · Exhibitor booth registration is now open for the Organic Grower Summit Presented by Western Growers and OPN, slated for December 1-2, in Monterey, CA. Organic supply chain partners and service providers are encouraged to sign up for a booth at GRAPEMAN FARMS ENJOYING ‘HOT’ GRAPE MARKET 21 hours ago · Grapeman Farms has a rich history in the grape category and working in the San Joaquin Valley, the area that produces approximately 99 percent of all table grapes in the U.S. Jared Lane, vice president of sales and marketing for the Bakersfield, CA-based company, noted demand for FOOD LION TO OPEN NEW MYRTLE BEACH STORE 20 hours ago · Starting June 16, neighbors in Myrtle Beach can nourish their families at Food Lion’s newest location at 9616 Hwy 707 Myrtle Beach, SC. The new store will be open daily from 6 a.m. until 11 p.m. In addition to its longstanding heritage of low prices, Food Lion also makes shopping easy and SUN WORLD CELEBRATES 45 YEARS OF INNOVATION 1 day ago · Nearly half a century ago, an upstart California produce company opened its doors with a commitment to bring consumers new, unique and better-tasting fruits and vegetables. That company, Sun World International, LLC, celebrates 45 years of bold innovation and industry leadership this week. AFTER A DEVASTATING LOSS, PAPEN FARMS INC. MOVES FORWARD 15 hours ago · This has been a difficult time for Papen Farms Inc., as the company continues to mourn the loss of Kenny Papen, who passed away over the holidays. Papen Farms is a family-run business, which means the company has not only lost a tremendous employee, but also a beloved family member. BJ’S ADDS NEW BUY-NOW-PAY-LATER OPTION BJ’s Wholesale Club now offers Citizens Pay, a flexible, buy-now-pay-later payment option that allows members to finance purchases. The new payment option is available for purchases made on BJs.com for delivery and with buy online, pick up in-club and curbside

pickup.

MANGOS SHIPPED WITH $2.6M METH, MAN GOES TO JAIL Officers with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations at the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility prevented two smuggling attempts involving a total of nearly $3.1 million in narcotics from crossing the border. CBP officers assigned to the Pharr-Reynosa International WINTER STRAWBERRY SUPPLY PEAKING EARLY 2021 Winter strawberry supply peaking early 2021. December 17, 2020. California Giant Berry Farms strawberry growers are looking forward to the start of the year with volumes ramping up in California, Mexico, and Florida. In Oxnard, California growers are optimistic about their 2020-21 season which has just begun. PRODUCE LIFER MARIO PALLOTTA DIES FROM COVID-19 Mario Anthony Pallotta, who owned and operated M.A. Pallotta Brokerage Co. for over 50 years, died unexpectedly March 17 at Melrose Wakefield Hospital as a result of complications from COVID-19. He was 82. Mr. Pallotta had a tireless, old-fashioned work ethic that had him up at 2:30 a.m. six days a week, when he would head to his second home — the produce market in Chelsea, MA.

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The story of a proud industry, steeped in family, pride and tradition. Hard working people dedicated to the highest standards. Stewards of the land. Let’s tell the story of the often under appreciated people who provide humanity with its healthiest, safest, most delicious food ever. The fresh produce industry.

CURRENT ISSUE ISSUE

A digitized version our current print issue. Peru is ready to fill the avocado supply gap while helping to increase consumption of avocados

in the U.S. market

FOODSHED.IO EXPANDS LOCAL PRODUCER LINKS TO BUYERS Foodshed.io, a mobile marketing app and logistics platform, continues to grow in linking local produce growers with buyers. The company performed well in 2020 despite the COVID-19 pandemic, and in 2021 the operation is thriving to an even greater degree. Last year the young company enjoyed having St. Louis-based Schnuck Markets Inc. as its primary retail client. SMART & FINAL ACQUIRED BY MEXICAN RETAIL GIANT FOR $620M Smart & Final acquired by Mexican retail giant for $620M. Bodega Latina Corp., a subsidiary of Grupo Comercial Chedraui, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Smart & Final Holdings Inc. from funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management Inc. for approximately $620 million, including the assumption of certain

indebtedness.

GEORGIA PEACHES SET UP FOR SUCCESS IN 2021 Georgia peaches set up for success in 2021. March 29, 2021. The 2021 Georgia peach season anticipates a full, consistent, healthy crop due to the lengthy, cold winter the country has been experiencing. Peach-growing areas of Georgia have logged over 1,000 chill hours, more than 300 hours above the average of 700 hours annually. TRUCK RATES SOARING, AND THE SKY MAY NOT BE THE LIMIT Truck rates soaring, and the sky may not be the limit. On April 17, 2020, Fresh Kist Produce in Nipomo, CA, secured a truck for a Boston-bound load for $6,400. Almost exactly a year later, on Monday, April 19, 2021, the Santa Maria Valley shipper sent off another truck on the same route with a contracted freight rate of $10,600. WHOLE FOODS CHANGING ITS PRODUCE SOURCING Whole Foods Market launched Sourced for Good, an exclusive third-party-certification program to support responsible sourcing by providing tangible improvements in farmworkers’ lives, strengthening worker communities where products are sourced and promoting environmental stewardship where crops are grown. CUSTOMS HOUSE LEADER JOSE OSCAR ALVAREZ DIES Customs house leader Jose Oscar Alvarez dies. Jose Oscar Alvarez Jr., a leader in the customs house brokerage business through J.O. Alvarez Inc., died April 21 at home surrounded by loved ones. He was 66. Mr. Alvarez, who was born Sept. 10, 1954, is survived by his wife, Cristina G. Alvarez; children, Tanya Alvarez (Taha Khorram), Kendra CRUNCH PAK NAMES NEW DIRECTOR OF SALES AND MARKETING Sliced apples specialist Crunch Pak hired Andy Kimbrel as director of sales and marketing. Kimbrel comes to the company with 12 years of experience in the footwear industry at LaCrosse Footwear Inc., where he directed regional sales for several premium footwear brands and managed accounts such as REI, Filson, Scheels, Zappos, and federal and

local governments.

CLIFFORD J. MOQUIST OF O.C. SHULZ & SONS DIES AT 90 - Advertisement - Clifford J. Moquist of O.C. Shulz & Sons dies at 90 January 25, 2006 Clifford J. Moquist, a well-known name in the Red River Valley potato industry, died Dec. 19 at age

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The story of a proud industry, steeped in family, pride and tradition. Hard working people dedicated to the highest standards. Stewards of the land. Let’s tell the story of the often under appreciated people who provide humanity with its healthiest, safest, most delicious food ever. The fresh produce industry.

CURRENT ISSUE ISSUE

A digitized version our current print issue. Peru is ready to fill the avocado supply gap while helping to increase consumption of avocados

in the U.S. market

FOODSHED.IO EXPANDS LOCAL PRODUCER LINKS TO BUYERS Foodshed.io, a mobile marketing app and logistics platform, continues to grow in linking local produce growers with buyers. The company performed well in 2020 despite the COVID-19 pandemic, and in 2021 the operation is thriving to an even greater degree. Last year the young company enjoyed having St. Louis-based Schnuck Markets Inc. as its primary retail client. SMART & FINAL ACQUIRED BY MEXICAN RETAIL GIANT FOR $620M Smart & Final acquired by Mexican retail giant for $620M. Bodega Latina Corp., a subsidiary of Grupo Comercial Chedraui, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Smart & Final Holdings Inc. from funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management Inc. for approximately $620 million, including the assumption of certain

indebtedness.

GEORGIA PEACHES SET UP FOR SUCCESS IN 2021 Georgia peaches set up for success in 2021. March 29, 2021. The 2021 Georgia peach season anticipates a full, consistent, healthy crop due to the lengthy, cold winter the country has been experiencing. Peach-growing areas of Georgia have logged over 1,000 chill hours, more than 300 hours above the average of 700 hours annually. TRUCK RATES SOARING, AND THE SKY MAY NOT BE THE LIMIT Truck rates soaring, and the sky may not be the limit. On April 17, 2020, Fresh Kist Produce in Nipomo, CA, secured a truck for a Boston-bound load for $6,400. Almost exactly a year later, on Monday, April 19, 2021, the Santa Maria Valley shipper sent off another truck on the same route with a contracted freight rate of $10,600. WHOLE FOODS CHANGING ITS PRODUCE SOURCING Whole Foods Market launched Sourced for Good, an exclusive third-party-certification program to support responsible sourcing by providing tangible improvements in farmworkers’ lives, strengthening worker communities where products are sourced and promoting environmental stewardship where crops are grown. CUSTOMS HOUSE LEADER JOSE OSCAR ALVAREZ DIES Customs house leader Jose Oscar Alvarez dies. Jose Oscar Alvarez Jr., a leader in the customs house brokerage business through J.O. Alvarez Inc., died April 21 at home surrounded by loved ones. He was 66. Mr. Alvarez, who was born Sept. 10, 1954, is survived by his wife, Cristina G. Alvarez; children, Tanya Alvarez (Taha Khorram), Kendra CRUNCH PAK NAMES NEW DIRECTOR OF SALES AND MARKETING Sliced apples specialist Crunch Pak hired Andy Kimbrel as director of sales and marketing. Kimbrel comes to the company with 12 years of experience in the footwear industry at LaCrosse Footwear Inc., where he directed regional sales for several premium footwear brands and managed accounts such as REI, Filson, Scheels, Zappos, and federal and

local governments.

CLIFFORD J. MOQUIST OF O.C. SHULZ & SONS DIES AT 90 - Advertisement - Clifford J. Moquist of O.C. Shulz & Sons dies at 90 January 25, 2006 Clifford J. Moquist, a well-known name in the Red River Valley potato industry, died Dec. 19 at age HEADLINES | PRODUCE NEWS The latest news happening in the produce industry. Peru is ready to fill the avocado supply gap while helping to increase consumption of avocados in the U.S. market

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A digitized version our current print issue. Peru is ready to fill the avocado supply gap while helping to increase consumption of avocados

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SIGHTINGS | PRODUCE NEWS EPC members tee off at South Carolina Department of Agriculture meeting. April 28, 2021. Sightings. THE GIANT CO. TO ROLLOUT FLASHFOOD APP CHAINWIDE 14 hours ago · The GIANT Co. announced Tuesday, June 8 it is rolling out the Flashfood app to all GIANT and MARTIN’S stores following a successful pilot. The Flashfood app allows shoppers to purchase fresh food, including produce, meat, deli, and bakery products, nearing EXHIBITOR BOOTH REGISTRATION OPENS FOR ORGANIC GROWER 13 hours ago · Exhibitor booth registration is now open for the Organic Grower Summit Presented by Western Growers and OPN, slated for December 1-2, in Monterey, CA. Organic supply chain partners and service providers are encouraged to sign up for a booth at FOOD LION TO OPEN NEW MYRTLE BEACH STORE 17 hours ago · Starting June 16, neighbors in Myrtle Beach can nourish their families at Food Lion’s newest location at 9616 Hwy 707 Myrtle Beach, SC. The new store will be open daily from 6 a.m. until 11 p.m. In addition to its longstanding heritage of low prices, Food Lion also makes shopping easy and GRAPEMAN FARMS ENJOYING ‘HOT’ GRAPE MARKET 18 hours ago · Grapeman Farms has a rich history in the grape category and working in the San Joaquin Valley, the area that produces approximately 99 percent of all table grapes in the U.S. Jared Lane, vice president of sales and marketing for the Bakersfield, CA-based company, noted demand for SUN WORLD CELEBRATES 45 YEARS OF INNOVATION 1 day ago · Nearly half a century ago, an upstart California produce company opened its doors with a commitment to bring consumers new, unique and better-tasting fruits and vegetables. That company, Sun World International, LLC, celebrates 45 years of bold innovation and industry leadership this week. AFTER A DEVASTATING LOSS, PAPEN FARMS INC. MOVES FORWARD 12 hours ago · This has been a difficult time for Papen Farms Inc., as the company continues to mourn the loss of Kenny Papen, who passed away over the holidays. Papen Farms is a family-run business, which means the company has not only lost a tremendous employee, but also a beloved family member. A YEAR OF HAZARD PAY FOR SAVE MART EMPLOYEES This week marks the one-year anniversary of Save Mart Cos. recognizing and compensating its frontline store and distribution center employees with weekly hazard pay and other COVID-19 related benefits without interruption, continuing its “Employees

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