Wednesday, 25 September 2013

Wegmans boosts food safety; Fresh mushroom value rising; PTI seminar; FFVA convention; Cal Giant, Stemilt host food bloggers

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Wegmans increases its food-safety standards

As of Sept. 30, Wegmans Food Markets is requiring all growers who furnish fresh produce to the supermarket chain to show they've passed a Good Agricultural Practices inspection. READ MORE


Fresh mushroom value, per capita consumption continues to rise

For the third consecutive year, mushroom sales have exceeded $1 billion in value, with sales totaling 896 million pounds. READ MORE

PTI explored at seminar in South Florida

Produce industry leaders met Sept. 19 in Miami to discuss the newest developments in PTI and food safety. The seminar discussed how companies should view and implement new standards and requisites in the U.S. market in traceability and food safety. READ MORE


FFVA convention sets record numbers for attendance and sponsorships

The 70th annual Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association convention, held Sept. 22-25 set new records in terms of attendance and sponsorships, which were both at least 20 percent more than 2012 numbers. READ MORE

Cal Giant and Stemilt host food blogger event

California Giant Berry Farms and Stemilt Growers teamed up in Seattle to host a fresh fruit-inspired cocktail party exclusively for food bloggers. READ MORE

National Mango Board continues effort to promote the mango

Throughout the fall, as the source of supply for mangos is centered in South America, the National Mango Board will continue to push consumption. READ MORE

Continental Fresh founder thrives by bringing water to others

When Continental Fresh's managing member, Albert Perez, was in high school, a trip to the Dominican Republic altered the direction of his life, but most importantly, it has improved the lives of thousands of people in that Caribbean country. READ MORE

Joe Ange promoted at Markon

Salinas, CA-based Markon announced the promotion of Joe Ange to purchasing director. READ MORE

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