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Produce professionals from throughout the industry are gearing up for the New York Produce Show and Conference, which will take place Nov. 29 - Dec. 2.  While the event will be a bit more somber this year due to the unexpected death of show founder Jim Prevor this month, the produce industry giant would have demanded the show go on, and the industry will honor his legacy. 

Dave Flitman will become US Foods Holding Corp.'s CEO effective Jan. 5, 2023. Flitman will also be a member of the US Foods board of directors.

Awe Sum Organics started the 10th season of its organic Peruvian winter table grape program. The company helps to fill the winter organic fruit void with high-quality organic table grapes from early December, when the California grape season is finishing up, well into April. Loading on both coasts during the winter months, Awe Sum Organics’ Peruvian table grapes offer customers a full and reliable supply.

United Natural Foods Inc. shared its 2023 customer events schedule, a five-event series throughout the United States where the company expects to host over 10,000 customer attendees as they interact with thousands of brands showcasing a wide-ranging, innovative product assortment that motivates today’s shoppers.

TMK Produce is a trusted, long-time merchant on the Philadelphia Wholesale Produce Market. With New York being so close, the team is eager to attend the New York Produce Show & Conference this year and celebrate the upcoming holiday season with those in attendance.

Publix Super Markets plans to extend its commitment to help alleviate hunger throughout the communities the company serves. 

Greenhouse pioneer Paul Mastronardi, president and CEO of Mastronardi Produce, received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Ontario Produce Marketing Association 31st annual Gala & Award Ceremony. The award recognizes an individual that has demonstrated tireless efforts over many years to improve the quality and distribution of fruits and vegetables marketed within and outside Ontario through innovation, cooperation and hard work.

JA British Columbia has recognized John Anderson as one of its 2023 Laureate Inductees into the Business Laureates of British Columbia Hall of Fame.

PHARR, TX – During its 40-plus years in business, London Fruit has made a name for itself as a year-round distributor of high-quality Mexican limes. But limes are not the only item in London Fruit’s citrus portfolio. “London’s lime quality is well known in the industry, and to complement our lime program we also offer Mexican lemons under the ‘Mr. Antonio’ label,” said Jerry Garcia, vice president of London Fruit, based here. “These typically sell for a premium on the market due ...

Crunch Time Apple Growers, a cooperative of 152 growers throughout New York State, will be exhibiting at the New York Produce Show this year. Members of the Lockport, NY-based entity will also be attending a few of the events, including breakfast, the reception and one of the Friday tours.