Press Releases
Giorgio, one of the nation’s leading mushroom growers and suppliers, is bringing its recently refreshed brand to life with a strategic focus on where purchasing decisions happen: at the shelf and around the meal.
As Ark Foods prepares for the IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show in Orlando, the company is also gearing up for its return to Immokalee, Florida, where its winter growing season will begin in early November. The timing gives customers and industry partners a look at what’s next from Ark Foods just as several products move from greenhouse trials into larger-scale production.
Giorgio, a trusted name in mushrooms for nearly a century, has unveiled a refreshed brand identity that honors its deep-rooted heritage while positioning the company for its next era of growth.
Lambert Spawn, one of America's longest-standing and most trusted mushroom spawn producers, is announcing the launch of its refreshed brand identity and new name “Lambert”. The new look reflects the company's continued evolution while honoring the expertise, customer relationships, and values that have defined Lambert for generations. Anchored by the tagline, "Built on Heritage, Powering Performance," the refreshed brand celebrates that legacy while reinforcing Lambert's focus on innovation and the future of mushroom cultivation.
Ark Foods is growing its organic program after a successful trial in Florida last fall, marking a new step forward for the specialty produce company as it builds out a broader organic offering for retail and foodservice customers.
Members of the Mushroom Council, industry leaders, and stakeholders gathered in Washington, D.C. this past week to formally recognize the transition of National Mushroom Month from September to June. The event marked a significant milestone for the mushroom industry and provided an opportunity for leaders to discuss strategies for increasing mushroom consumption and engaging new consumer audiences.
FirstFruits Farms is proud to announce the continuation of the Opal Apples Youth Make a Difference initiative, a program dedicated to celebrating and supporting youth leadership through community impact grants. The initiative reflects Opal Apples’ ongoing commitment to empowering the next generation to build healthier, stronger, and more resilient communities.
I Love Produce is set to launch a comprehensive new sustainability strategy aimed at reinforcing its core values while positioning the company for continued success during a period of intentional, rapid growth and transformation. This initiative is designed to integrate sustainability across all aspects of the business - from sourcing and operations to partnerships and product innovation - ensuring that environmental responsibility and social impact go hand in hand with strong financial performance.
Plant Grow Harvest (PGH) continues to build momentum across the retail landscape, expanding its product portfolio and strengthening partnerships with leading retailers while delivering consistent supply and quality in an increasingly competitive market.
Applewood Fresh, the Michigan-based apple grower, packer, and shipper operating under parent company FirstFruits Farms, announced a new strategic sales partnership with Belding Fruit Storage, Inc. of Belding, Michigan. Through the partnership, Applewood Fresh will serve as the sales and marketing function for Belding Fruit’s apple program, further strengthening supply capabilities and customer support throughout the Midwest and East Coast.
