IFCO Delivers on its Social Responsibility & Engagement Commitment Globally in 2019

December 24, 2019 IFCO

IFCO, the world’s leading provider of Reusable Plastic Containers (RPCs) for fresh food, delivered on its social responsibility and engagement commitment in 2019, with 30,000 RPCs donated to food banks, hundreds of employee volunteer service hours in local communities and financial contributions to charitable organizations.

Kevin Weaver Joins Weis Markets as Director of Produce

December 24, 2019 Weis Markets

Mr. Weaver will oversee the company’s day-to-day produce merchandising, pricing and procurement. He will also oversee the company’s produce field staff. He reports to Bob Gleeson, Vice President, Fresh Merchandising.

A New USDA Agricultural Research Service Strawberry is a ‘Keepsake’

December 24, 2019 Sharon Durham, USDA ARS

The new strawberry is the first resulting from an increased effort by the USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) at Beltsville, Maryland, to develop strawberries with improved shelf life.

A Total of 20 Countries Present Their Portfolios on Joint Booths

December 23, 2019 IPM ESSEN

Four companies will bundle their appearances at the fair on the joint booth under the auspices of the Southern United States Trade Association (SUSTA), an agricultural export association. For the US exhibitors, Europe is an important export market. At IPM ESSEN, they will show, amongst other items, hibiscuses, liriopes, tropical plants, bougainvilleas and much more. (Hall 2, Booth 2A31)

Rio Roses: Biggest Wedding Color Trends For 2020

December 23, 2019 Rio Roses

With the new year fast approaching, it’s time to get your 2020 wedding season planning in place! When it comes to wedding floral colors, it’s important to know not only the ones which are always popular, but also the newest trends.