At Fruit Logistica 2025, the Sinclair team presented a time-lapse showcase of its compostable fruit labels. Having launched Sinclair-T55 with the Zespri Group at Fruit Attraction in October 2024, interest has been high as the industry looks to adopt environmentally conscious packaging solutions.

Fruit labels have delivered added value for retailers, branders and consumers for over 40 years. The fruit label is a compact and minimized packaging solution that provides essential point-of-sale product information for consumers and retailers. As part of the marketing mix, it allows brands to

Brighter Bites announced a merger with +BOX in a bold step toward advancing public health and nutrition. Brighter Bites and +BOX will leverage its combined resources, expertise and networks to accelerate the mission of improving health outcomes through increased access to nutritious foods and empowering communities with the knowledge to make healthier choices.

This merger marks a significant milestone in the fight against food insecurity and diet-related diseases, combining the strengths of both organizations. Over the course of the year, +BOX will begin the slow transition with the goal of

WP Rawl celebrated its 100th year in business last month, unveiling a newly expanded Busy Bee Farm exhibit at the EdVenture Children's Museum in Columbia, SC. The event was attended by team members, long-time vendors, customers, family and community friends.

The exhibit was updated and doubled in size from its original design, which was built five years prior. Featuring more hands-on activities for children, including educational displays and interactive elements designed to inspire curiosity and understanding of the operation from seed to delivery. Upon departure guests received a

During its second Spring and Summer Selling Show of 2025 in Orlando, FL, United Natural Foods Inc. recognized five high-performing retailers of various sizes that are driving growth, innovation, and community impact across the grocery retail industry.

UNFI’s show brought together more than 4,500 attendees, connecting 2,300 retailers with nearly 900 supplier brands over two days. Exhibitors showcased thousands of unique items, including 50 new-to-market products, spanning the natural, organic, fresh, specialty and conventional grocery categories.

In a live ceremony on Tuesday evening, UNFI’s

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Pharr International Bridge seized more than $880,000 in cocaine concealed within a tractor trailer hauling broccoli.

“Our frontline CBP officers continue to exercise resolute vigilance, utilize their training, experience, technology and the end result is this significant seizure of cocaine,” said Port Director Carlos Rodriguez, Hidalgo/Pharr/Anzalduas Port of Entry.

CBP officers assigned to the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility encountered a tractor trailer making entry from Mexico. The tractor trailer was selected for inspection

Chiquita Brands has licensed its name and signature flavors to Applied Nutrition PLC for a new line of sports nutrition products. Produced and distributed by Applied Nutrition, this innovative lineup brings Chiquita’s vibrant banana and pineapple flavors to consumers seeking delicious and functional products for their active lifestyles.
 
The new AN Performance line features hydration, pre-workout, non-stimulant and whey protein powders co-branded with Chiquita.

“At Chiquita, we have always been committed to providing consumers with high-quality products that support a healthy and active