Dole Food Co. has renewed its partnership with No Kid Hungry, a national campaign working to end childhood hunger in America, for a fifth consecutive year in 2025 by announcing its active participation in two initiatives. The company’s alliance with the national nonprofit began in summer 2020 in response to the impact of COVID-19 when schools closed and millions more U.S. children were left facing hunger.

Now through January 2025, Dole is one of a handful of national brands offering a seasonal giveback offer to help ensure every child has a full plate for the holidays and throughout the year

The sixth Eastern Produce Council Leadership Class topped off its 2024 educational program with an informative agenda of events at the New York Produce Show and Conference in New York City Dec. 10-12, 2024. “The trade show and conference offer an invaluable opportunity for networking and mentoring for the members of our leadership class,” said Susan McAleavey Sarlund, EPC executive director.

A unique highlight of this year’s show included the recognition of all leadership class participating going back to the program’s inception in 2018. “Having all the leadership class members together in

The International Fresh Produce Association has released the 2024 Annual Impact Report. The report shares highlights of the association’s work with and on behalf of the industry over the past year.

CEO Cathy Burns praised the IFPA community and leadership for empowering the association to advance the priorities that matter most to the fresh produce and floral industry.

“As we approached 2024, we talked about advancing the health of consumers, the health of our industries, and the health of the planet,” she said.

She added that throughout last year, IFPA took a seat at global tables that

NatureSweet donated 3.5 million pounds of fresh produce to food banks throughout North America in 2024, providing vital support to those in need. The donated tomatoes, cucumbers and sweet peppers were distributed to food banks in both the United States and Mexico, providing more than 2.9 million meals.

“Amid a year marked by record inflation and soaring food prices, we are committed more than ever to offering nourishment to families facing financial hardship,” said Rodolfo Spielmann, president and CEO of NatureSweet. “Our donations of fresh produce will not only feed but also uplift those who

As we move past the holidays, which fell in the middle of the week and disrupted everyday routines, the produce industry is transitioning to a more regular schedule. However, this sense of normalcy may be short-lived as we brace for the potential impact of a looming port strike that could have widespread effects on imported commodities.

The current contract extension between the International Longshoremen’s Association and the U.S. Maritime Alliance expires at midnight on Jan. 15. Negotiations collapsed in November, and there are no formal plans to reconvene, increasing the likelihood of a

Florida Radish, a proud part of the Florida Vegetable Exchange, launched its new Instagram page, @FloridaRadish. This vibrant digital hub will showcase Florida-grown radishes' crunch, versatility and bold flavor, connecting with chefs, foodservice professionals, retail buyers and radish enthusiasts alike.

With the growing season in full swing from November 2024 through May 2025, Florida Radish is perfectly poised to capture the spotlight. Fresh radishes have experienced notable growth, with dollar sales increasing by 4.2 percent over the past year, according to Circana’s Consumer Behavior