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Scale interface now available for SIMBA system

Dynamic Systems, a software developer specializing in barcode data collection, has announced a scale interface for SIMBA Food & Produce Tracking... continue reading »


New White House revelation: president’s favorite food

Diners at the annual White House Kids’ State Dinner learned that President Barack Obama’s favorite food is broccoli. “We appreci... continue reading »


United praises new school snack standards

A new set of USDA standards called “Smart Snacks in School,” aimed at improving the nutritional quality of foods and beverages offered f... continue reading »


Companies plan special activities at PMA foodservice show

Three companies are each planning special events for the Produce Marketing Association (PMA) Foodservice Conference July 25-27 in Monterey, Calif. ... continue reading »


Produce sales, volume higher in first quarter of 2013

Fresh produce saw positive dollar and volume sales in the first quarter of 2013, a strong start to the year. Organic fruits and vegetables and value... continue reading »


Nominations sought for annual PMA awards

Nominations are now being accepted for a series of annual Produce Marketing Association’s (PMA) awards, given to recognize members of the glob... continue reading »


Crunch Pak takes message to New York’s Times Square

Crunch Pak has begun a year-long run on Broadway, participating in a marketing campaign that displays its fresh apple product portfolio on a huge el... continue reading »


Mann Packing starts summer slaw campaign

Mann Packing has kicked off its Annual Summer Slaw Spectacular promotion. Coupons will be applied to packages of Mann's Broccoli Cole Slaw and R... continue reading »


Macfrut show is Sept. 25-27 in Italy

The 2013 Macfrut, an international exhibition of fruit and fresh produce, will be held at Cesena Fiera, Italy Sept. 25-27. Last year’s event... continue reading »


United adds elements to Recall Ready Program

United Fresh has expanded its Recall Ready Program services with the addition of risk management webinars and training workshops. These new elements... continue reading »