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The California table grape season is beginning to ramp up for Anthony Vineyards’ Coachella operation. From Italian immigrant to fully integrated grower-shipper, Anthony Vineyards is the realization of the American Dream, bringing its high-quality table grapes to market for generations. Today Anthony Vineyards Organics is a leader in the organic sector and this season looks to capitalize on the opportunity to fill a market void with their organic table grapes.

Beyond ingredient variety, nutritional value, taste and ease of preparation, Dole Food Co. Inc. has added another selection criteria to the 12 recipes featured during its “Healthier by Dole” recipe series in May: The alignment of the stars.

The spring vegetable crops are coming on strong and shaping a good selection for ad promoting. Here are some choices for building advertising promotions.

  Rainier Fruit Co. of Selah, WA, known for its premium tree fruit, extensive category knowledge and unparalleled customer service, can now add “inspiring dance moves” to the team’s portfolio.

Keystone Fruit Marketing expects to get started with Southern peaches in mid-May and will go through early September, though the start of this coming season will be challenging.

One fun and delicious way to enjoy time with family and friends is to get together for brunch! Start your day with a gastronomic feast including the very best of both breakfast items and lunch dishes, all created with fresh greenhouse grown vegetables! 

The International Fresh Produce Association and Produce for Better Health Foundation applauded the announcement of the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health this September. Funding was included for the conference in the FY 2022 Omnibus funding package after several years of leadership and advocacy from bipartisan lawmakers, the industry, and stakeholders.  

Richard Johanson, the founder of Fresno, CA-based Johanson Transportation Service, died at the age of 96. Mr. Johanson, a WWII veteran, left his leadership position at California Trucking Exchange, and founded Johanson Transportation Service on Aug. 1, 1971.  From humble beginnings in a diesel repair shop at a truck stop, he rented two small offices and began with three employees. 

Education is one of the key foundations of the Southeast Produce Council's mission, which is one reason why the council was proud to announce recently its newest scholarship program: SEPC Fresh Chefs. But the deadline to apply is fast approaching. Applications must be submitted electronically by 5 p.m. EST on May 31.

For the second consecutive year, Copefrut Chile has obtained the most internationally recognized carbon neutrality certification, CarbonNeutral from Natural Capital Partners, for the transportation of its organic apples. The certification covers the sea and land transport of Copefruit’s organic apples to the U.S. and European markets and demonstrates the company’s leadership in environmental matters and renews its commitment to climate action.