Catalytic Generators closed 2025 on a strong trajectory and advanced its global growth plans at Fruit Logistica 2026, engaging with key international customers. Building on growing adoption in Europe and accelerating demand in key international markets, the company is advancing a strategy that combines geographic growth, deeper customer partnerships and a significant new digital innovation designed to make ethylene application even simpler and more reliable.

“Fruit Logistica is always a valuable checkpoint for understanding where the ripening industry is heading, particularly in Europe,” said

Harvest Master may be a young company, but its foundation is built on decades of combined experience, deep family ties to farming, and a clear vision for how today’s produce business needs to operate.

Formed in July 2024, Harvest Master is a business partnership between Daniel Zaragoza and Esteban Alvarez, who saw an opportunity to create something different in an increasingly complex produce landscape.

Zaragoza, 30, brings hands-on farming and shipping experience to the table. He previously worked for Chucho Produce in Nogales, AZ, for nearly seven years after studying at New Mexico State

Across the United States, growers and food businesses face a persistent contradiction. The nation produces more than enough food for every household, with an estimated 92 billion pounds of surplus food generated annually. Much of this product is fresh, safe and nutritious, but without efficient recovery systems, it risks never reaching families who need it. This unfortunate reality contributes to the nearly 48 million people, including more than 14 million children, experiencing food insecurity. 

For the produce industry, this represents both a challenge and an opportunity. Fresh fruit and

 The world is facing a persistent health crisis. Chronic non-communicable diseases — such as heart disease, diabetes, obesity and cancer — are the leading causes of death and disability globally. "Fruits, Vegetables, and Human Health: Key Nutrients and Their Role in Chronic Diseases," written by The Foundation for Fresh Produce’s Chief Medical Officer Jelena Gligorijevic, MD, is a critical, evidence-based framework for how to begin tackling these problems. The solution is simple and one almost all of us already know: fruits and vegetables.

The Southeast Produce Council announced the recipients of the 2026 Vorhees Vision Scholarship, an award created to recognize and support young individuals who demonstrate a strong entrepreneurial spirit while pursuing their educational goals.

The Vorhees Vision Scholarship honors the legacy of the late Terry L. Vorhees, founder and first executive director of the Southeast Produce Council. Through his vision and leadership, SEPC became — and remains — one of the produce industry’s most valuable resources for education, networking and professional growth.

SEPC scholarships are awarded to

JOH is celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2026, marking seven decades of partnership, growth and service to clients and customers across the food industry.

Founded in Boston in 1956 as a small food brokerage, JOH has grown into one of the country’s most trusted independent sales and marketing partners. Today, JOH supports clients and customers throughout the Northeast, north central and Mid-Atlantic regions, backed by over 600 teammates who are passionate about delivering results.

As a proud owner and member of OSMG America, JOH and its partners provide national coverage across food, drug, mass