Press Releases
Tozer is one of the largest independent and family-owned vegetable breeding companies in the world, Tozer is proud to offer a wide range of high-quality celery varieties for the primary growing season. Tozer has been at the forefront of celery varietal development since it established the world's first commercial F1 hybrid celery variety. Today, the company continues to lead the world in celery varietal development.
As a world leader in vegetable seed breeding, Tozer is concentrated on developing new and improved varieties aligned with market trends. Tozer is a leading originator of wild arugula seeds, breeding them for over 20 years, with many of them recognized for their high quality, flavor, and vigor. The company’s innovative breeding program has resulted in a wide range of highly sought-after varieties, including various wild and salad arugula types, available for the upcoming spring season plantings.
FirstFruits Farms is making big strides in the fresh produce industry with the construction of an advanced cherry production line at their facility located in Prescott, WA.
Wholesum, Fair Trade Certified growers and shippers of organic farm-fresh vegetables, introduces new Italian sweet peppers, Dolci Belles. This new offering is part of Wholesum’s strategy to focus on innovative organic greenhouse grown varieties that bring an upgraded, flavorful experience to the consumer.
Jason Fuller and Randy Riley, co-owners of GoldenSun Insights (GSI), announce continued growth for the company in 2023. Two members of the GSI team received promotions; Shelby Ralston has been appointed Senior Marketing Manager, and Kayla Pilcher has been appointed Marketing Associate. Additionally, GSI welcomes Alyssa Hoffman to the Marketing Team as Marketing Coordinator. These promotions showcase the company’s dedication to employee advancement and organizational growth.
Pacific Trellis Fruit, a year-round grower, shipper, and marketer of premium fresh fruit, unveils four new imported specialty plum varieties. The company is gearing up for the high-flavor arrivals from Chile and South Africa beginning next month. The plums will be unveiled in two-pound clamshells under the premium Dulcinea® brand. The new high-graphic labels will pop on display and will be sure to create some eye-catching attention!
Pacific Trellis Fruit, a year-round grower, shipper, and marketer of premium fresh fruit, recently presented a check in the amount of $39,000 to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
Opal® Apple - the U.S. yellowest apples with a crunch and a purpose - has opened submissions to its Youth Make a Difference initiative. Amplifying philanthropy through agriculture, The Opal® Apple Youth Make a Difference initiative awards grants to youth-led nonprofit organizations excelling nationally.
On Friday, December 2nd, The Fair Trade certified grower and shipper of organic farm-fresh vegetables, Wholesum, celebrated ten years of Fair Trade Certification at its first-ever festival highlighting the themes of community, art and impact at its farm in Sonora, Mexico. This was a celebration of the positive changes and growth the Fair Trade program has catalyzed in Wholesum’s farmworker community. The event titled, "Semillitas," which means "Little Seeds" in Spanish captured the spirit of how the investments we make today, pay dividends in the following generations.
Four Star Fruit is a premier full-service grower and marketer of year-round table grapes. The company is finishing the California grape season strong and transitioning to the Peruvian and Chilean import season, beginning harvest this month.
