Top News in the Produce Industry September 16 – 29
By iFoodDS Team
September 29, 2021
“Office of Digital Transformation” Announced by FDA
FDA announced the reorganization of the agency’s IT, data management and cybersecurity functions into the new Office of Digital Transformation (ODT). This reorganization will advance the agency’s information technology transformation with improved data and IT competencies to support their public health mission.
Canadian Food Inspection Agency Announces Preharvest Testing Option For Romaine Imports
Pre-harvest or finished product testing will be accepted by The Canadian Food Inspection Agency as part of its requirements for importing romaine lettuce into Canada between September 30 and December 31, 2021.
The Packer’s First Annual Best of SPS Marketing Awards
During the 2021 Sustainable Produce Summit, The Packer presented the first annual Best of SPS Marketing Awards. These awards showcase how companies are using different tactics to tell their general sustainability stories, and communicating their efforts to combat food waste.
PMA Unable to Host Fresh Summit 2021
PMA announced they will be unable to put on Fresh Summit 2021 scheduled for October 28-30, 2021 in New Orleans due to the impacts of Hurricane Ida and tropical storm Nicholas.
Mucci Farms Partners with Casey Houweling
Mucci Farms made an agreement with Casey Houweling to market all produce grown in the Camarillo, CA facility. Produce will be sold under the Mucci Farms brand and trademarks. Mucci Farms will also open two new DCs.
Fresh Produce Procurement Reform Act Announced by DeLauro
During the WA Conference by United Fresh, House Appropriations Committee Chairwoman Rosa DeLauro, D-Conn, introduced the Fresh Produce Procurement Reform Act, a bill that aims to increase USDA’s procurement of produce.
Ahold Delhaize USA Opens New DC
As part of their three-year supply chain transformation, Ahold Delhaize opened a new 1 million-square-foot distribution center in Manchester, CT. This new DC will serve their Stop & Shop stores.
Peri & Sons Farms Launches Gourmet Organic & Premium Shallot Program
This fall, Peri & Sons will launch their first “Organic & Premium Shallot” Program. This new organic program aligns with Peri & Sons’ commitment to sustainability. Shallots are packed in biodegradable and recyclable, plastic-free clamshells.
Albertsons To Pilot DoorDash DoubleDash
Albertsons customers place online grocery orders for delivery via DoorDash. The “Double Dash” feature will be available after checkout, and will give customers the option to add a meal or other consumables from selected local restaurants and retailers. Albertsons is the first retailer to test DoorDash’s DoubleDash add-on delivery service.
José Antonio Gómez Bazán Appointed New Camposol CEO
The Peruvian company appointed José Antonio Gómez Bazán as their new CEO. He was previously Camposol’s commercial director for Camposol’s International Division.
New Education Session for Organic Grower Summit Announced
Western Growers and Organic Produce Network announced the newest educational session that will provide insights on how organic growing operations can work to better fill the supply chain and offer products on a mass scale.
Giant Food Offers Free Midweek Delivery
The grocery chain announced that Giant Deliveries and Giant Pickup orders will be more accessible with no midweek delivery fees and reduced order minimums for online orders.
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