Produce

Simple and convenient, these Cleaned & Sliced Leeks make it easy by cutting the edible part of the leek into carefully sliced and ready-to-use pieces to use in your favorite recipes.  In a 6 oz. refrigerated package, the package contains enough edible leeks equal to 2 whole leeks.  Shelf life on the package is just over 10 days. …

The National Mango Board (NMB) is calling on mango shippers for their help to encourage small retailers to participate in their third annual Mango Mania Display Contest throughout the month of July. The contest is designed specifically for individual stores or small chains with up to 50 stores to help boost their mango sales, all while showcasing their creativity and educating shoppers about mangos. More than $10,000 in cash prizes will be awarded to 27 winning produce department managers. All entries must be received at the NMB office by Aug. 19, 2013. …

People who work on fresh produce quality, safety and marketability face complicated questions. How can I find a greener way to protect my crops from pests during transport? How long can I store my bountiful crop and at what temperature so it will still be marketable next month? What’s being done to improve the flavor of fresh fruit? …

Leonardo Academy announced the launch of a participation and fundraising campaign for the National Sustainable Agriculture Standard LEO-4000. The LEO-4000 standard has reached an important milestone. It is now entering the technical edit phase in order to be published as a draft standard, which will be sent to the Standard Committee for approval of the initiation of the public comment period. …

United Fresh today announced the launch of the new Recall Ready Program to help produce industry companies prepare for recalls as well as provide professional assistance for managing recall events. Ron Midyett, CEO of Apio and incoming chairman of United Fresh, announced the new program today at United Fresh 2013 in San Diego. …