refrigerated fruit

2019 Refrigerated Foods Processor of the Year: Bonduelle Fresh Americas—Leader in accelerated food safety standards

Bonduelle Fresh Americas, Irwindale, Calif., was named Refrigerated & Frozen Foods' 2019 Refrigerated Foods Processor of the Year.

Marina Mayer

January 7, 2019

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Take a tour of Bonduelle Fresh Americas’ 472,000-square-foot manufacturing plant in Irwindale, Calif., which encompasses the company’s patented triple-wash processing system.

2019 Refrigerated Foods Processor of the Year: How Bonduelle Fresh Americas leads the pac to freshness

Bonduelle Fresh Americas, Irwindale, Calif., was named Refrigerated & Frozen Foods' 2019 Refrigerated Foods Processor of the Year.

Marina Mayer

January 7, 2019

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Discover how the pioneer of refrigerated salad kits continues to deliver on-trend, plant-based products that meet today’s—and tomorrow’s—consumer demands.

2018 Top 25 Refrigerated Foods Processors

Innovation in refrigerated foods and beverage continue to keep brick-and-mortar retailers alive.

January 16, 2018

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Innovation in refrigerated foods and beverage continue to keep brick-and-mortar retailers alive, as shoppers flock to the perimeter of stores for fresh-cut fruits and vegetables, refrigerated meats and more. Innovation is also why the overall refrigerated foods and beverage industry is experiencing an uptick in sales.

FirstFruits Marketing of Washington invests in robotic packing technology

The new additions improve the handling of fruit to ensure apples arrive in high-quality condition.

July 20, 2017

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FirstFruits Marketing of Washington, Yakima, Wash., completed the installation of a new packing line and automated palletizing system at Broetje Orchards in Prescott, Wash.

Del Monte Pacific, Fresh Del Monte Produce form JV in retail, refrigerated grocery products

A major joint initiative is the introduction of Del Monte branded retail outlets, featuring an assortment of nutritious foods and beverages.

June 27, 2017

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Del Monte Pacific Ltd., Philippines, and Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc., Coral Gables, Fla., formed a series of new joint ventures between the two companies.

Fruit cup, no peeling or cutting necessary

June 20, 2017

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Sundia Corp., Walnut, Calif., introduced true fruit, fresh produce that is readily available without having to peel or cut.

Taylor Farms to buy stake in Crunch Pak sliced apples

The Taylor Farms investment will give Crunch Pak regional distribution to retail and foodservice customers nationwide.

April 14, 2017

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Taylor Farms, Salinas, Calif., and Crunch Pak Holding Co., Cashmere, Wash., entered an agreement where Taylor Farms will buy a minority stake in Crunch Pak sliced apples.

Mission Produce opens ripening center in Europe

Mission recently expanded the accompanying distribution facility to include four, 3-tiered ripe rooms with the capacity for 36 pallets each.

March 16, 2017

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Mission Produce, Oxnard, Calif., completed construction on its first Ripe Center in Europe.

Appeeling Fruit celebrates 25 years with new organic apple slice packs

Appeeling Fruit also upgraded its production equipment throughout the facility to increase efficiency and enhance the overall quality of product.

August 19, 2016

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Appeeling Fruit, Inc., Dauberville, Pa., celebrated 25 years of fresh fruit processing with the introduction of new Organic Sliced Apple packs in a stand-up pouch bag.