Food solutions company SpartanNash, a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, recently celebrated the grand opening of its fifth Supermercado Nuestra Familia location, expanding the retail banner into Topeka, KS. Opening just in time for holiday grocery shopping, the 50,000-square-foot store brings Hispanic flavors and culture to the Highland Crest, Central Highland Park, Oakland and other neighborhoods in southeast Topeka.

“Our Supermercado Nuestra Familia banner is an exciting part of our portfolio of nearly 200 retail stores in 11 states, and we’re proud to serve the Topeka

The Masser Family of Cos. returned to the New York Produce Show and Conference, held Dec. 2–4, at the Javits Center in New York City.

MFC highlighted a new line of Side Delights convenience potatoes, along with its full assortment of Side Delights varietal potatoes. The company was joined by Keystone Potato Products, a leading Pennsylvania value-added potato processor, and the Pennsylvania Co-operative, distributor of the Penn’s Own brand of fresh potatoes.

“Attendees at this year’s show were among the first to explore the new line of Side Delights convenience potatoes at booth No. 219,” said

Honeybear Brands, a grower, marketer and developer of premium conventional and organic apples, pears and cherries, continued to differentiate itself this year through data-driven retail partnerships. With strategic packing and distribution locations across North America and comprehensive import programs, the company provides retailers with seamless, year-round supply solutions.

At the core of its strategy is the Honeybear Insights Team, an analytics group that delivers category intelligence to help retailers optimize assortment, pricing and promotions. HIT is central to Honeybear’s ability to

Wholesum, a grower and shipper of organic produce, is expanding its consumer reach through a renewed focus on regional creator collaborations and elevated direct-to-consumer marketing. The shift reflects the company’s goal of meeting shoppers where they are — both online and in stores — while continuing to support its retail partners.

Earlier this year, Wholesum launched a geotargeted campaign spotlighting its tiny organic snacking tomatoes, Lil’ Ones, across key markets in Arizona, Texas and California. The initiative centered on collaborations with regional Instagram creators known for

Plant Grow Harvest, a vertically integrated grower, packer and shipper of fresh potatoes with farms across the United States, participated in the New York Produce Show held Dec. 2–4. As the company continued expanding its potato portfolio and year-round fresh supply, PGH used NYPS as a platform to showcase its newest brand developments, merchandising solutions and advancements in proprietary seed breeding.

At Booth No. 160, PGH highlighted the success of its two flagship consumer brands, Tasty Little Digs and Big! Digs, both of which helped redefine clarity, flavor and consistency in the potato

The Hass Avocado Board announced that total avocado volume in the U.S. market was on track to exceed 3 billion pounds in 2025 — a historic milestone that underscores the fruit’s growing popularity and the strength of the industry’s supply chain.

“This is a landmark moment for the avocado industry,” said Emiliano Escobedo, executive director of the Hass Avocado Board. “Surpassing 3 billion pounds is not just a number — it’s a testament to the tireless efforts of producers, importers and marketers who have worked together to meet the growing demand for avocados in the U.S. market.”

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