IBO Announces Poland as Host Country for 2023 Summit and Solidarity With Ukrainian Blueberry Growers

The International Blueberry Organization (IBO) has announced that the forthcoming IBO Summit will take place in Lublin, Poland from 3-5 July, 2023. The IBO hopes to support the growth of a sector which was worth US$2.1 billion in 2019, according to the USDA, while at the same time highlighting Ukraine’s blueberry industry in a show of solidarity. 

Bolthouse Farms Acquires Evolution Fresh From Starbucks

June 1, 2022 Starbucks

Starbucks and Bolthouse Farms announced entry into a definitive agreement for Bolthouse Farms to acquire the brand and business of Evolution Fresh. The partners (employees) that support the business will also transition to Bolthouse Farms upon close of the transaction.

Good Foods Announces Multi-City Dip Into Summer Tour

June 1, 2022 Good Foods, LLC

Good Foods, a leader in better-for-you dips, guacamoles and salad dressings, is celebrating the start of summer with a multi-city Dip Into Summer tour. At each tour stop, the brand will sample its fan-favorite plant-based dips and guacamoles, give out prizes and swag, and support local organizations in each market that share its passion for fighting food insecurity.

The Summer of Yes.. AND! It Pays to Carry Both Lychees AND Rambutans, Together

June 1, 2022 Frieda’s Inc.

Summer is just about here! Hiking by a mountain-rimmed lake– yes! Beachside surfing–yes! Theme parks galore–yes! There’s no need to settle for just one favorite, as this is the summer of AND! So, say YES to carrying both of these tropical favorites—lychees AND rambutans—together this season.

It’s Berry Season! What’s in Store for Well•Pict Berries..

June 1, 2022 Well•Pict Berries

It’s peak berry season on the California central coast! Production is hitting stride and the berry quality has been fantastic for strawberries coming out of Watsonville. The raspberry crop is also starting to produce in Watsonville and will be hitting promotable volumes soon.