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The Original Spring Lamb Barbecue celebrated its 55th anniversary on Saturday May 17, 2014 at the Crosetti Ranch nestled in the foothills of Watsonville, CA.  This long standing event which has a reputation for being ‘stag’ was attended by over 750 men (and two women) on a picturesque sunny day as they all enjoyed lamb Barbecued several different ways on four different pits, and a horseshoe tournament that included over 60 teams on the historical expansive property surrounded by oak trees. …

DMA Solutions, Inc. announces the launch of “Honor Your Fresh Hero”. This campaign gives fresh produce industry professionals a way to say “thank you” to the special people in their lives. In addition, campaign participants will be able to donate to Let’s Move Salad Bars to Schools in honor of their fresh heroes – before, during and after United Fresh 2014. …

The Ministry of Labor and Social Security of Guatemala awarded the "Orden Laboral" to Bandegua, a Del Monte Fresh Produce subsidiary, in honor of their achievements in agricultural development.  The award, instituted in 2003, recognizes companies for their extraordinary contributions to research as well as labor rights and the development of labor relations and/or economic and social conditions of workers in Guatemala. …

Just in time for the array of spring grape displays for Memorial Day, Malena Produce reached out to the pros. These are current or former heads of produce for major U.S. chains “in the know” about the best practices in the category today. …

AMC Direct, a U.S importer of fresh produce, announces the introduction of their new navel orange and Clementine bags. Designed to appeal to children with fun characters and vibrant colors, the launch of this engaging packaging is well-timed to help inspire children and parents alike to enjoy healthy summer citrus snacking. …