John Cerasuolo Co. is a family-owned business proudly operating since 1972 at the New England Produce Center. 

“What began with my father later grew to include my grandfather and uncle. Today the tradition continues with my father, myself and my cousin Kara — three generations working side-by-side,” said Dominic Cavallaro, a salesman for the company. “Our business is built around our core commodities — hothouse peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, multiple squash varieties, specialty peppers, corn, eggplant and key western vegetables like lettuce, broccoli and cauliflower. We also run a strong

Duncan Family Farms announced that its founder, Arnott Duncan, has been named the 2025 Grower of the Year by the Organic Growers Summit.

The honor was presented last week at the organization’s annual event in Monterey, CA, where Duncan was selected from four finalists and announced as the winner during the summit.

The Grower of the Year award is among the organic sector’s most respected distinctions, recognizing individuals who demonstrate leadership, innovation and a commitment to advancing organic agriculture. Criteria include excellence in certified organic production, industry leadership

G&R Farms, a third-generation Vidalia and Peruvian sweet onion grower based in southeast Georgia, has been named a 2025 Sustainability in the Food Industry Award winner, recognizing the company’s leadership in precision agriculture, resource conservation and responsible farming innovation.

The award honors companies driving measurable environmental progress across the food supply chain — a commitment company leaders say has long defined G&R Farms.

“Sustainability isn’t a program for us; it’s a responsibility,” said Blake Dasher, CEO of G&R Farms. “Every decision we make reflects our belief that

As the industry heads into Christmas week, markets are settling into a familiar late-December pattern. Holiday demand is beginning to wind down while winter growing regions continue to build volume, resulting in generally good supplies across most categories, with a few exceptions. With improved overall availability, the focus is shifting to execution and quality.

Lettuce supplies continue to build across the Arizona-California desert region as favorable growing conditions support increased production. Iceberg, romaine and green leaf volumes have increased over the past week, easing markets and

Attendees at the Southwest International Produce Expo will hear from industry leaders during the event’s educational sessions, which focus on key issues shaping the global fresh produce supply chain.

The SWIPE education program, scheduled for Friday, Jan. 23, will address topics such as preparing for black swan events, adopting new technologies and navigating trade disruptions. Sessions will feature leaders with firsthand experience managing change and planning for the future of fresh produce.

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas SWIPE Committee developed panels that reflect multiple

Garden Fresh Salad Co. has built its business on one guiding principle: keeping customers happy through reliable service and consistent quality.

Since its founding in 1970, the family-owned company has grown into a leading wholesale processing operation serving foodservice operators, retailers and independent accounts throughout the New England market, now operating under the leadership of its third generation.