VOL. 31 | Duda Farm Fresh Foods: Firmly Planted
Articles in This Issue
Retail Runway: April 2018
As if the elegant Ambrosia™ in blush red with a yellow ombré background wasn’t beautiful enough, BC Tree Fruits Cooperative recently launched a rebrand for the crisp classic, which is available now...
Driscoll's: Crossing the Pond
Taking a 5,000-plus mile leap of faith, the company's new Vice President of Sales and Marketing crossed the globe to live out his passion. Wyard Stomp tells his story in this Snack exclusive...
Chef Vikram Vij: A Curry in Every Dining Room
Fresh produce and flavorful curry should be found in every dining room, says this influential chef who made his name on Dragon’s Den. Follow his journey from India to Vancouver with nothing but his spices...
Sweet Beyond the South: Vidalia Onion Committee
How do you innovate a category as deeply rooted as Vidalia onions? Bob Stafford reflects on the committee's history as he maps out where it's headed in 2018 and beyond...
Marketing Excellence: A Vision for 2018, A Q&A with Dan'l Mackey Almy of DMA Solutions
With Viva Fresh Expo fast approaching, the produce marketing maven and President and CEO of DMA Solutions sheds light on tips and tactics to keep in mind amid key industry events and more...
Duda Farm Fresh Foods: Firmly Planted
Setting the stage for future growth, Vice President of Eastern Operations Jessie Garza plants the seed for Duda Farm Fresh Foods' latest evolution and go-to-market strategy...
Impactful Merchandising: A Q&A with Bob Kirch
With retailers increasingly focused on fresh food, merchandising produce to best drive sales is more important than ever. Executive Vice President of SpartanNash and President of Caito Foods Bob Kirch weighs in…
How Technology Has Impacted Retail & Produce: A Look Back Part 1
The former Kroger exec and fresh produce expert shares on how tech has influenced the way buyers approach the fresh produce department in Part 1 of this Snack series...
CPMA Corner - Made in Canada: Freggie™ Chef for a Day
As the industry prepares to flock to Vancouver, Association President Ron Lemaire discusses this important, future-centric program, with insights from Jamie Moracci, Oleen Smethurst, and Joe Spano...
Up Close with Side Delights Side Delights® Steamables™ Duo Potatoes
With microwaveable and steamable fresh potatoes continuing to grow in popularity, Side Delights® has added Steamables™ Duo Potatoes. Its line-up already includes seven popular items: Red, Golden,...
Up Close with Stemilt Piñata Apples
Take a bite out of paradise with Stemilt’s Piñata® apples! Once a niche specialty item, now a beloved fan favorite, this tropical variety is making waves with retailers and consumers alike. And,...
Up Close with Mann Packing's Tomato Bolognese and Basil Pesto Nourish Bowls®
Plant-based proteins are all the rage these days and also top my list when it comes to perusing the produce aisle for new product and flavor innovations. Always eyeing those food movements that...
A Passion for Produce with John Corsaro
What lessons did John Corsaro glean from growing up under such legendary produce icons as Don Corsaro, Bill Clausen, and Tom Uchizono? The CEO talks influences, mentorship, and a focus on flavor...
My Favorite Things: Ashley Pipkin, Senior Marketing Manager, Tanimura & Antle
Her title of Senior Marketing Manager might be new, but her love and involvement with ag is anything but! While one of her main goals is pursuing a greener future for the next generation, we also want to know, what are a few of her favorite things?