Press Releases
FirstFruits Farms, the exclusive grower of Opal® apples, is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with the Junior Basketball League (JrTBL). This collaboration expands on Opal’s Youth Make a Difference program, furthering its mission to inspire young leaders, promote healthy lifestyles, and strengthen communities.
Four Star Fruit, a leading grower and marketer of conventional and organic table grapes, is proud to announce a new partnership with Sun World International, a leader in proprietary fruit varieties. The licenses include a North America Import License, a California Marketing License, and a California Producer License. Through this exciting partnership, Four Star Fruit will continue delivering high-quality table grapes to customers throughout the United States, expanding its range of premium varietal offerings.
Bailey Farms, a leading grower and shipper of specialty peppers, is excited to debut their latest product, the Tomatillo Verde Salsa Kit, at the upcoming Global Produce and Floral Show. Attendees can stop by Booth C2352 to experience firsthand their new innovative salsa solution, designed to meet consumer demand for fresh, authentic flavors.
Fresha, a premier supplier of top-quality carrots is excited to announce the beginning of the Minnesota carrot season, which has officially begun. With an early start to planting, favorable weather conditions have set the stage for an exceptional crop this year.
Premium table grape grower and marketer, Four Star Fruit, looks forward to another strong Holiday® grape season. Recognized for its exceptional sweetness and distinctive late-season profile, the Holiday® variety is a highly sought-after seedless variety, easily identified by consumers nationwide. The summer heat wave will create challenges for some varieties, but Holiday® is in the early stages of maturity, and the company is not seeing any roadblocks.
Wholesum, a premier 100% organic grower and shipper of Fair Trade Certified fresh produce has announced the release of its 2023 Conscientious Company Report, Rooted in Authenticity. The report uses Wholesum’s values as the framework for presenting results of the company’s sustainability efforts in four areas: organic integrity, responsible agriculture, Fair Trade impact, and advancement towards the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals for the fiscal year 2023.
Titan proudly announces a significant milestone in international trade: the shipment of its first load of peaches to Mexico earlier this week. This historic event marks the first export of Eastern peaches to Mexico since 2014, signaling a revival in cross-border fruit trade and fostering economic opportunities for both countries.
Titan Farms, the industry-leading grower, packer, and shipper of fresh peaches and vegetables, is thrilled to announce the 10th-anniversary celebration of its premium peach brand, Lori Anne Peaches. This milestone marks a decade of delivering the finest, juiciest peaches to consumers across the nation.
FirstFruits Farms is proud to announce the recipients of the Opal Apple Youth Make A Difference initiative. This program is tailored to bolster and champion youth-led endeavors that effect positive change within their local communities, particularly emphasizing youth assuming leadership roles. This year, amidst a record number of 60 applicants, 11 outstanding organizations have been selected to receive a total donation of $45,000.
Wholesum, leading grower/shipper of organic fresh produce committed to sustainable farming practices, proudly announces the integration of the fourth generation of Crisantes into its sales team. Carolina Crisantes, daughter of Theojary Crisantes Jr., Chief Operations Officer and co-owner of Wholesum is the first of the fourth generation to join the team. This strategic move signifies the farm's enduring commitment to excellence, continuity, and stewardship of its legacy.
