The Raley’s Companies Team Up with FirstFruits Farms to Make Record Apple Donation to California and Arizona Food Banks

April 5, 2024 FirstFruits Farms

Two grocery divisions that operate as part of The Raley’s Companies — Bashas’, which has grocery stores in Arizona and New Mexico, and Raley’s, which has grocery stores in California and Nevada — significantly increased their annual apple donations this year to area food banks through FirstFruits Farms’ Take a Bite Out of Hunger initiative.

FirstFruits Farms Expands Sales Team with Top Talent to Accommodate Recent Growth

February 9, 2024 FirstFruits Farms

Following FirstFruits Farms’ recent acquisition of Michigan’s Applewood Fresh Growers along with a record apple crop, the Washington-based grower has brought on two new sales personnel to accommodate the growth. As the company navigates these exciting changes, FirstFruits Farms welcomes Jake Zeutenhorst and Jeff Niesz to the team.

FirstFruits Farms Announces the Opal Apple Youth Make a Difference Grant Program for Another Empowering Year

February 1, 2024 FirstFruits Farms

FirstFruits Farms is thrilled to announce another year of the Opal® Apple Youth Make A Difference Grant Program. This initiative aims to empower young changemakers to transform their dreams into impactful projects that contribute to positive change in their communities.

FirstFruits Farms and Applewood Orchards Join Forces

December 20, 2023 FirstFruits Farms 

FirstFruits Farms, a leading name in the tree fruit sector, is thrilled to announce the successful acquisition of Applewood Orchards and Applewood Fresh Growers. This merger marks a significant milestone in the company’s continuous pursuit of excellence and expansion.

Opal Apple Youth Make A Difference Initiative Announces 8 Grant Awardees

May 23, 2023 FirstFruits Farms

FirstFruits Farms in conjunction with Opal Apple is thrilled to announce the recipients of the Opal Youth Make A Difference Grant, a program designed to support and uplift youth-led initiatives that make a positive impact in their local communities while focusing on youth taking leadership roles.