Divine Flavor is eagerly anticipating its new table grape deal out of Jalisco, said Michael DuPuis, quality assurance and public relations coordinator.

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that $1.5 million will go to 16 Farm-to-School projects, increasing access to local produce in schools. 

Ciruli Bros. is preparing to cross its Champagne brand mangoes from Chiapas, near Mexico’s border with Guatemala, said partner Chris Ciruli.

Dude, where is my grocery store?

The Oppenheimer Group will be the first to import the organic green seedless Arra 15 table grape variety into North America.

The California Fresh Fruit Association, Fresno, has hired Adam Borchard as director of government and public policy.

Calavo Growers Inc. is expanding its round and roma tomato operations in southern Jalisco by 25%, said Brian Bernauer, director of operations and sales.

Food Rite - Newbern and Ramey's are new Retailers to the Market. Blue Hill Berry Co., Gander Gardens, Godlewsky Farms, Gromaine LLC, Old Hook Farm Inc., and Pokey Creek Farm have changes.

Walmart executives discussed numerous facets of their business at an investor conference Feb. 18, and Walmart U.S. president John Furner listed produce as one of several bright spots.

The new Potato Sustainability Alliance is building on an earlier industry initiative to tell the story of how growers feed the nation responsibly.