1. OTA Names New CEO & Executive Director

The Organic Trade Association (OTA) has announced the selection of its next CEO and Executive Director, Tom Chapman. The announcement was made during OTA’s 2022 Organic Week, which Chapman attended. Chapman’s hiring concludes a year-long planned succession process for Batcha that began in 2021.   Read More

2. Homegrown Achieves EFI Certification on Northwest Organic Blueberry Operations

With National Farmworker Awareness Week upon us, Homegrown Organic Farms is shining a spotlight on one crucial aspect of its operations. The supplier’s Northwest organic blueberry farms in Oregon recently received the Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) certification, joining Homegrown’s stone fruit program.   Read More

3. Four Seasons Produce Opening New Warehouse

Expansion is on the mind of those at Four Seasons Family of Companies. The Ephrata, PA-based company will be adding a 130,000-square-foot refrigerated warehouse to its current facility in May, which when finished will offer 39 new dock doors.     Read More

4. ESG Investing Soared in 2021 and Government Could Boost It Even More

Faced with the ongoing calamity of climate change, both seasoned investors and those new to the market are increasingly embracing funds with more sustainable stocks. They’re favoring companies that take action to address the climate crisis and other environmental and social issues, such as resource conservation, biodiversity, and human rights—rather than continuing to fund fossil fuel activities.   Read More

5. Walmart Names Taylor Farms Its Food Supplier of the Year

Taylor Farms was recognized as Walmart’s 2022 Supplier of the Year within the food category. The award was announced at the 2022 Walmart Supplier Growth Forum. This recognition shines a light on Taylor Farms’ role as a consistent top performer and supplier within Walmart’s produce and deli sectors.   Read More