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With the apple already having such a positive image when it comes to healthful eating, one would think its selection over food which may not be as healthy would be a no-brainer. Pink Lady America thinks choosing apples is important enough to do a little research and making smart choices. …

Spring Hill Produce located in Tifton, GA has contracted Fresh Quest, Inc. to exclusively market all of its Cantaloupe production. …

Stemilt Growers has added to its marketing team with the hiring of Jocelyn Gerard as its Regional Merchandising Manager. She will be based in Chicago, IL. …

You’re invited to participate in The Produce Mom’s #MomKnowsBest Twitter party, 3 p.m. EDT, Wednesday, May 14. The party will bring together 9 organizations in the nutrition and produce industries. During the party, each host organization will ask a question using the designated hashtag, “#MomKnowsBest.” Participants will then have the opportunity to respond. Hosts will also randomly choose winners to receive prizes from their brands. …

To-Jo Mushrooms is proud to announce its support of the 12th annual Produce for Kids® Get Healthy Give Hope campaign to help raise funds for children’s organizations. To-Jo is partnering with Produce for Kids to support Giant Food Stores and its charitable organization, Our Family Foundation. In addition to a direct contribution to Produce for Kids, To-Jo will be donating funds from the sale of its 8 oz. Whole and Sliced Mushrooms from May 2 – June 14 to support the Foundation. …