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DeltaTRAK, a leading innovator of cold chain management solutions today announced the introduction of its new line of ethylene adsorption packaging shelf life extension products. PrimePro EAP (Ethylene Adsorption Packaging) products extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables by removing ethylene gas that speeds ripening and decay from the packaging atmosphere. DeltaTRAKs PrimePro EAP products will be offered in pallet cover, box liner and sheet form. …

The California Avocado Commission (CAC) is working to increase avocado demand by spreading the news that California avocados can be incorporated into one’s diet in greater amounts within the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010. This season CAC is sharing this information through broad-reaching public relations activities, industry outreach and third-party spokespeople. …

On April 11, 2010 Matt Witcher was hired as Director of Procurement for Gold Coast Packing, Inc., Santa Maria, CA. Matt Witcher comes to Gold Coast Packing with over 16 years experience in the fresh produce industry. …

The National Mango Board (NMB) is accepting nominations for board member positions through May 6, 2011. In order to reach all potential board members and facilitate a diverse pool of nominees, the NMB has conducted extensive outreach, internationally and in the U.S. Details are available at www.mango.org/nominations. …

Fusion Marketing (Chatsworth, California, the perishables industrys most trusted full service agency, and U.S. Marketing Services (Sonoma, California) have formed a strategic alliance to launch an exceptionally informative in-store marketing solutions service specifically for the produce industry. …