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SC fresh-cut produce supplier acquired by national salads company
McEntire Produce, a fresh-cut processor, repacker and wholesaler supplying the foodservice industry since 1938, has been acquired by national value-ad... continue reading »
Innovation lab applications open, due by Feb. 12
Applications are now open for projects aimed at accelerating the development of sustainable packaging and labeling options and expanding U.S. export m... continue reading »
Producers can apply for $2B in specialty crop assistance
Applications are now being accepted for a federal program providing $2 billion to help U.S. specialty crop growers remain competitive. Eligible pro... continue reading »
Coffee segment leader named new Nestle USA CEO
Nestle USA has appointed Martin Thompson, head of the company’s coffee brands, as its new CEO and U.S. market chief. Thompson will join the Zone ... continue reading »
Salmonella concerns prompt recall of cucumbers sold by Arizona produce company
A recall of whole fresh cucumbers sold by an Arizona produce company and shipped to more than half the U.S. and five Canadian provinces has promoted a... continue reading »
Mississippi court enjoins H-2A worker protection rule nationwide
An attempt by the U.S. Department of Labor to provide protections to H-2A workers who organize to form labor unions has been dealt its biggest blow si... continue reading »
Cargill to lay off thousands, cut global workforce by 5%
Global food production company Cargill is laying off thousands of employees, reducing its workforce by about 5%. In a statement sent to The Associa... continue reading »
Campbell’s CEO to become president of NFL team
Mark Clouse, president and CEO of the Campbell’s Company, is leaving the food industry for the NFL. Clouse will become the new president of the W... continue reading »
National fresh, specialty distributor adds ex-Nike executive to board
KeHE, a national distributor of natural and organic, fresh, and specialty food products, has added a former Nike executive to its board. Scott Uzze... continue reading »
Perishable produce expert to speak at New York event next month
The CEO of Semeran Trading Group will share his perishable produce industry expertise at the New York Produce Show and Conference, set for Dec. 10-12 ... continue reading »
