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The National Mango Board (NMB) is encouraging retailers and suppliers to act quickly to move more mangos due to the higher than normal import volume. This year’s mango volume has already seen weekly shipments of more than 4 million boxes; an 18 percent increase compared to the largest week in 2014. Retailers should not miss this exciting opportunity to sell more mangos and delight their customers! …

Mann Packing promoted Danny Goforth, who was part of the company’s customer solutions/sales team, to a new position as district manager for the retail value added team. In other personnel news, Mann hired Daniel Alonzo as a new account executive. Alonzo has more than 10 years experience in produce sales; he was most recently with Earthbound Farm. …

Boost shelving life and display appeal with new Aluminum Direct Hook-In Shelves from FFR Merchandising. …

The National Watermelon Promotion Board (NWPB) is proud to announce the new and improved home base for all things watermelon: Watermelon.org. …

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) has finalized an exciting list of speakers for its 47th Annual Produce Convention and Golf Tournament.  The Convention will be held November 5-7, 2015 in Tubac, Arizona, located just north of the largest port of entry for fresh fruits and vegetables from Mexico. …