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Able Freight Changes the Future of Cold Chain Industry
For 29 years, Able Freight Services, LLC has consistently maintained vital cold chain security transporting perishable cargo to destinations worldwide, being the valued extension of growers and shippers and helping to change the future of the cold chain industry. “This is about a lifelong passion, commitment and dedication to be the top provider of logistics solutions in the perishables and pharmaceutical shipping industry. Our unwavering processes, clear expectations of teams, technology vision and entrepreneurial mindset define who we are,” said Orlando Wong, Able Freight’s CEO. Wong explains the company’s focus is preserving the shelf life of perishable cargo through detail-oriented and error-free operations. “With 24/7 operations, we are here to assist around the clock to ensure perishable cargo shipments arrive at their destination with the same high quality as we received it.”
Onions Supplies Without a Gap
By Andrea Cutler, Partner, Michael Cutler Company
When Michael Cutler began to focus on marketing onions and left behind other commodities, he was ready to take on the missing link in the industry as a year-round onion provider. Onions are supplied from different regions across the nation throughout the year. Cutler understood early on that to be the top player in onion supply, he needed to offer a year-round program. This would support his dream of being relied on as a single company for onions without having to switch multiple times throughout the year in different growing regions. Cutler has always been focused on being the best, offering perfection in every product he delivers. Fulfilling this dream required a strong strategy, a long-term plan, and partnerships. Michael Cutler initiated his program by coordinating with growers across the
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Florida Produce is Always in Season
New Orleans Saturday, October 30, 2021
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Wicked Kitchen Launches in U.S. With Global Mission
Florida plays a critical part in supplying fresh fruits and vegetables to the United States, Canada and globally. Each season brings its own bounty to the table. With the advent of fall, growers begin harvesting the fruits and vegetables that we love. Winter is a major growing and harvest time in Florida, and the spring brings even more delicious products. In the summer, harvests slow down as farmers gear up for another start to the amazing cycle of Florida agriculture. When other growing regions are just beginning production, Florida fresh commodities are already in full swing. Florida’s early and long growing seasons give growers and shippers a distinct advantage in the market. Florida’s geographical location also opens the doors for international trade through its ports.
Fresh From Florida Retail Program The Fresh From Florida brand is used to promote Florida-grown products locally,
Minnesota-based Wicked Kitchen, a leader in the U.K. market for plant-centric meals, snacks and ingredients, has launched an extensive line of more than 20 plant-based offerings in Kroger and Sprouts Farmers Market stores. The nationwide launch supports Wicked Kitchen’s goal to provide convenient and tasty plant-based foods for meat eaters and vegans alike, while reducing the harmful impact on animals and the planet. The launch of the product line ranges from flavor-packed convenient lunch and breakfast options to frozen ready meals to a range of meal solutions with sauces, mayos, pestos to meal kits. “As was demonstrated by Tesco in the U.K., the breadth of offerings Wicked Kitchen brings to market allows consumers to finally have a plant-based destination with a wide and growing variety of choices that has been lacking in the grocery market,” said Pete Speranza, chief executive officer of Wicked Foods, Inc., though the company.
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