Oasis Date Launches as North America’s Largest Date Grower and Processor

October 2, 2024 Oasis Date

Oasis Date launches with significant scale and vertical integration through its 5,000+ farmed acres of organic Medjool dates and a 500k square foot processing footprint. Oasis Date is also the majority supplier to North America’s leading date brand, Natural Delights®, which enjoys category leadership in sales and distribution. While the Oasis Date name may be new, the farming and processing businesses on which it was built have operated for years.

7 Simple Yet Effective Tips to Market Flowers for Boss’s Day

October 2, 2024 Rio Roses via Equiflor

Boss’s Day on October 16th is a great chance to boost your flower sales during the fall season. While it’s not as big as other holidays, this day is a perfect time to help customers show appreciation in a professional setting. Here’s how you can make the most of it with easy-to-follow tips.

Chrysal Transport Stickers: The Easy Solution for Long-Lasting Flower Freshness During Transport

October 2, 2024 Chrysal International

Chrysal Transport Stickers are a ready-to-use, adhesive product that offers an effective solution for preserving the freshness of cut flowers during transportation. These stickers are specifically engineered to release its effective ingredients, safeguarding the flowers’ quality in transit,  when exposed to humidity levels exceeding 60%, a common problem in transporting flowers dry in boxes.

PepsiCo to Acquire Siete Foods for $1.2 Billion

October 2, 2024 PepsiCo

The acquisition will complement PepsiCo’s portfolio with the addition of an authentic, Mexican-American brand, while also growing its better-for-you food offerings. Siete products will bring a rich, new aspect to the PepsiCo multicultural portfolio with delicious food that plays an important role in meal occasions and culinary experiences. 

Port Strike Along East and Gulf Coasts Detrimental to Dairy Industry

Michael Dykes, D.V.M., president and CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) issues a statement regarding the strike.