Markon Adds New Features To Produce-Centric Mobile App

February 6, 2014 Markon

Offering customers expanded capabilities such as access to the latest crop reports, industry recall alerts and more, Markon Cooperative, Inc. is releasing an updated version of its popular Produce Guide mobile app. The new features include access to its robust product catalog and the ability to receive the latest produce-related news in real time.

Del Monte Fresh Produce North America To Award ValuMarket Supermarket National Grand Prize

February 6, 2014 Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A.

Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc. (Del Monte) will present ValuMarket Supermarket the Grand Prize award of a truckload of pineapple and an ounce of gold as the winner of the Del Monte Gold® Extra Sweet Pineapple “Gold for Gold” national retail pirate display contest.

Three Year Apple Category Growth Run Continued During Holidays

Supermarket sales data released by Nielsen Perishables Group reveals continued strong apple category growth over the December holiday period.  A three year analysis of apple performance by CMI shows retail volume continues to grow, led by newer varieties.  During the month of December, apple category volume at retail increased by 3.2% over 2012 but is up 9.5% over 2011.

United Fresh Produce Association Applauds Senate Farm Bill Passage

The United Fresh Produce Association hailed the long-awaited passage of the Agricultural Act of 2014 (Farm Bill) as the measure crossed the final legislative hurdle when the Senate approved the Farm Bill conference report today by a vote of 68 – 32.

Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance Congratulates Senate For Passing 2014 Farm Bill

By a vote of 68 – 32, the United States Senate took final action on the conference report to the Agricultural Act of 2014 (2014 Farm Bill). The Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance, which comprises 120 specialty crop organizations and 350 individual specialty crops grown across America, made the following statement regarding the Senate action: