NORTH AMERICA - As we perused the USDA National FOB Review report issued August 25, 2026, one category that stood out was raspberries. The report included updates on multiple growing regions, with demand mostly moderate across the board.

First, out of the South and Central districts of California, the report noted that the market was trending higher. This includes palletizing and cooling, with a wide range in quality and condition. Pricing is reported as follows: flats 12 6-oz cups with lids 12.00-20.00 mostly 16.00-18.00 occasionally lower; previous commitments higher.

Out of the Mexico crossings through Arizona, California, and Texas, the market is reportedly steady, including palletizing and cooling, with a wide range in quality and condition as well. In terms of pricing, flats 12 6-oz cups with lids are ranging from 12.00-20.00, mostly 14.00-18.00 (wide range in prices), occasionally lower, and previous commitments higher.

According to an outside industry source, demand feels a bit stronger than moderate in some regions, with supplies currently tightening and markets improving compared to earlier this summer.

Movement across all categories is continuous, and ANUK has the insights to keep you up to date. Stay tuned for more category reports.

HOUSTON, TX - Brighter Bites is pleased to announce the appointment of Elton Evans, founder, executive chairman, and chief executive officer of TruSource, to its Board of Directors.

Evans brings more than three decades of executive leadership experience across food distribution, healthcare, industrial manufacturing, and building products. Throughout his career, he has led multibillion-dollar enterprises through growth, transformation, and complex operating environments, drawing on deep expertise in strategy, operations, financial leadership, mergers and acquisitions, and governance. His deep understanding of the fresh food supply chain, combined with a proven ability to scale organizations, will help advance Brighter Bites' mission of creating healthier communities by changing behavior through fresh food and nutrition education.

"As Brighter Bites continues to grow our impact, we're committed to building a Board of Directors that brings exceptional expertise and a deep passion for our mission," said Rich Dachman, CEO of Brighter Bites, in the recent release. “I have been fortunate enough to have worked with Elton in my past career. His deep knowledge of finance and the produce and food distribution industries, combined with his strategic vision and commitment to strengthening communities, make him an outstanding addition to our board. We're excited to welcome him to the Brighter Bites family."

Evans founded TruSource, a growing collective of leading regional produce companies built to create scale while preserving the local relationships and service customers trust. Before launching TruSource, he served as an executive advisor at Red Arts Capital, where he helped develop the strategy and operating model that ultimately became the foundation for the company.

Previously, Evans served as chief financial officer of foodservice operations at Sysco. His career also includes executive leadership roles at PepsiCo, Cardinal Health, Stanley Black & Decker, and US LBM, where he developed a reputation for driving growth, operational excellence, and organizational transformation.

"Access to fresh food is essential, but lasting impact comes from helping families build the knowledge and confidence to make healthier choices,” said Elton Evans. “Brighter Bites brings those elements together in a model that can reach more communities without losing the local connection that makes it effective. I am honored to join the Board and contribute my experience in food distribution, growth, and operations as the organization expands its impact."

Evans is a member of The Executive Leadership Council. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from North Carolina A&T State University and an MBA from Bellarmine University. He has also completed executive education certification at Duke University and the Columbia Business School CFO Program.

His appointment reflects Brighter Bites' continued commitment to bringing together leaders from across the produce industry and business community to help ensure every family has access to fresh, healthy food and the tools to build lifelong healthy habits.