Former produce retail executive launches consulting firm; Walmart boosts PTI compliance; Chelan Fresh cherry season; California Avocado Month; Growing California

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HOME    NEWS ALERTS    SUBSCRIBE/MANAGE PRINT SUB    ADVERTISE   CURRENT PRINT EDITION   CONTACT YOUR DAILY EDITION Former produce retail executive launches consulting firm Craig Carlson, a former produce retail executive who has worked for some of the top chains in the country during his 30-year career, announced the formation of his new firm, Carlson Produce Consulting. READ MORE Walmart announcement gives big boost to PTI concept The recent announcement by Walmart that its produce suppliers have to be compliant with the Produce Traceability Initiative by the end of the year should give the concept the impetus it needs to become the industry standard sooner rather than later. READ MORE Chelan Fresh cherry season hitting stride at halfway point Though some of the Northwest's early cherries, particularly in the Rainier variety, saw diminished production due to weather conditions, Chelan Fresh Marketing has promotable volume and quality of peak-season reds. READ MORE California Avocado Month draws nationwide attention The California Avocado Commission recently promoted June as California Avocado Month through comprehensive public relations outreach and partnerships with noted chefs in 11 markets across the country. READ MORE Growing California video series wins two Telly Awards The Growing California video series, a partnership betweeen CDFA and California Grown produced in association with California State University-Sacramento, has been recognized with two 2013 Telly Awards. READ MORE Well-Pict Berries launches new and improved website Well-Pict Berries, known for innovation in growing methods and crop varieties, is continuing its forward-thinking theme with the launch of its new website. READ MORE Four Seasons earns sustainability award Four Seasons Produce Inc., a leading wholesaler of top-quality organic and conventional fruits and vegetables based in Ephrata, PA, has been named the 2013 Green Plus Sustainable Enterprise Award winner. READ MORE Generation Next: Good work ethic and determination defines Gourmet Trading's Kevin Vines Kevin Vines, at the age of 27, is in export sales to Asia at Los Angeles-based Gourmet Trading, a grower, packer, shipper and distributor of fresh green, white and purple asparagus, blueberries and blackberries. READ MORE Join industry experts from July 26-28 at the PMA Foodservice Conference & Expo. Learn new ways to reach consumers and boost your bottom-line. Register Today!  HOME    NEWS ALERTS   SUBSCRIBE/MANAGE PRINT SUB   ADVERTISE   CURRENT PRINT EDITION   CONTACT FOLLOW US ON: FACEBOOK | TWITTER | FORWARD TO A FRIEND  The Produce News 800 Kinderkamack Rd., Suite 100  | Oradell, NJ 07649  | Tel: 201-986-7990  | Fax: 201-986-7996 | Privacy Policy

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