Seth Mendelson

United States

Editorial Director at Freelance

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North Bay Produce stays true to its longtime cooperative goals

1 week ago | theproducenews.com | Seth Mendelson

How does a company stand out in a crowd? At North Bay Produce it is by offering a truly global cooperative with grower owners scattered around the world. “Our business specializes in key products, including blueberries, blackberries and raspberries,” said Sharon Robb, the national marketing manager for the Traverse City, Michigan-based company. “We also offer a variety of seasonal items, including peas, Michigan apples and asparagus.
A great blueberry crop is coming from the Garden State

2 weeks ago | theproducenews.com | Seth Mendelson

Officials at the New Jersey Blueberry Industry Advisory Council are proud of what their members are doing with the blueberry harvest. They want residents of the Garden State to be just as proud. With the blueberry harvesting season up and running, officials at the Trenton, NJ-based council, a state-run organization that takes a small fee from growers in New Jersey, are excited about what is taking place and eager for retailers and consumers to get behind the blueberry market.
Safety remains job one at the New Jersey Department of Agriculture

2 weeks ago | theproducenews.com | Seth Mendelson

By Seth Mendelson June 16, 2025 Produce safety has always been at the forefront of the activities at the New Jersey Department of Agriculture. The department has several programs in place to evaluate its New Jersey-grown produce as well as produce grown in other states and imported from other countries. Its auditors, inspectors and retail reviewers receive extensive ongoing training to remain current with federal and industry standards.
New Jersey Department of Agriculture expects a bumper blueberry crop

2 weeks ago | theproducenews.com | Seth Mendelson

Joe Atchison III is a cheerleader for New Jersey’s blueberries. As the assistant secretary of agriculture and director of the division of marketing and development for the New Jersey Department of Agriculture, part of his job is to make sure the world knows just how good the crop is. “Blueberries remain one of New Jersey’s most noteworthy and valuable crops,” said Atchison, a 20-year veteran of the NJDA.
Nickerson ready to keep Army wrestling rolling

2 weeks ago | blackknightnation.com | Seth Mendelson

Troy Nickerson, Army’s new wrestling coach, is not only returning to be near his upstate New York roots but, perhaps more importantly, is taking over a team that features six wrestlers who qualified for the NCAA tournament last season. “It is set up in a great position, that is something that was a little unusual,” said Nickerson, who spent the last 11 years as the head coach at Northern Colorado. “Usually when you walk into these types of scenarios the cupboards are probably pretty bare.
Consalo Family Farms focuses on the best in blueberries

3 weeks ago | theproducenews.com | Seth Mendelson

When it comes to blueberries, the consumer wants everything: Great taste, excellent quality and just about anything else that might create a better eating experience. Those demands are keeping officials at Consalo Family Farms on their collective toes. The Vineland, NJ-based company takes great pride in its blueberry crop and knows that they have to stay ahead of the curve to remain competitive and meet the expectations of retailers and consumers alike.
El Sol Brands introduces new plantain chips

1 month ago | theproducenews.com | Seth Mendelson

As a premiere and leading importer and distributor of tropical roots, fruits and ginger across the United States, officials at El Sol Brands feel it is their obligation to the industry to take the lead when necessary and the opportunity presents itself.
Army tabs Katie Kuester as women’s hoops coach

1 month ago | blackknightnation.com | Seth Mendelson

St. Joseph’s (Pa.) recruiting coordinator Katie Kuester will become the 10th head coach of the Army women’s basketball program, West Point director of athletics Tom Theodorakis announced Thursday. Kuester joins the Black Knights after a decade-long run as a coach for the Hawks, starting in 2015. During that time, she worked with guards and post players and starting in 2021 when she was named recruiting coordinator,, was involved with both domestic and international recruiting efforts.
Procacci Bros. focus on product, service

1 month ago | theproducenews.com | Seth Mendelson

At Procacci Bros., it is much more than simply offering its customers high-quality produce. Other factors, including great customer service, in-store support, price protection and even writing ads that help move product through stores play vital roles in the Philadelphia-based company’s strong relationship with the trade. “If only it was that simple,” said Rick Feighery, the president of the company since Feb. 1 and a 27-year employee.
Justin Lehman does it all for Army baseball

1 month ago | blackknightnation.com | Seth Mendelson

Nothing, yes nothing, was going to stop Army pitcher and first baseman Justin Lehman from doing all he could to make sure his college baseball career did not come to a sudden halt last weekend. The visiting Black Knights trailed arch-rival Navy one game to none in the best-of-three Patriot League semifinal round after a 18-11 loss last Saturday.