Flavor and innovation were inextricably linked at this year’s Canadian Produce Marketing Association Conference and Trade Show in Vancouver, British Columbia, April 23-25.
Through a competitive grant process, states and territories will issue subawards of infrastructure grants available through a USDA-administered Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure program.
The post-harvest technologies provider shared new messaging, a brand refresh and the latest since its September 2023 acquisition of South Africa-based packaging solutions provider Tessara at Fruit Logistica.
The event focused on indoor agriculture and vertical farming returns to Las Vegas on March 11-12 and will feature speakers from Gotham Greens, Red Sun Farms, Little Leaf Farms and more.
The Pennsylvania-based mushroom grower updated its website to include nutrition, varieties grown and also sections for retailers, distributors and foodservice customers.
What’s trending in the world of pre-packaged gourmet salads? At the recent GOPEX 2024, FiveStar Gourmet Foods' Tal Shoshan dished on the salad trends stealing the show.
The Southeast Produce Council is gearing up for its flagship event, the Southern Exposure trade show and conference, March 7-9 in Tampa, Fla., bringing together fresh produce industry leaders, innovators and buyers.
This new funding from Cargill Financial Services International is part of the indoor agriculture company’s amended credit facility to continue expansion plans.
The Leamington, Ontario-based company received "Best in Class" honors and an Award of Distinction for its packaging design at this year’s PAC Global Awards competition.
Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders and California Almonds have teamed up to share the health benefits of incorporating almonds into a recovery day diet, especially on the day after the Super Bowl.
One of the largest growers, shippers and packers of cherries, pears and apples recently marked the milestone with celebrations and a look back at the company's history.
The Morris, Minn.-based grower-packer-shipper of carrots says the website will enhance the user’s experience and features a modern design with playful elements.
At a recent Washington, D.C., fly-in, members of the trade association spoke to federal lawmakers and officials about the vital role controlled environment agriculture plays in the farming industry.
The Los Angeles-based producer says it has become the third-largest grower of blueberries in Peru, capturing a leading position in the global premium blueberry market.
Gov. Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency for eight counties as a series of winter storms began impacting much of the state with high winds, damaging rain and heavy snowfall.
Wholesale Produce Supply, a portfolio company of Cross Rapids Capital LP, says the addition of G.O. Fresh expands its fresh-cut capabilities and product offerings.
The Southeast Produce Council is welcoming applications for the second class of the Next Generation Leadership Academy, a year-long program is designed to honor and invest in future leaders in the produce industry.
In this "Tip of the Iceberg" podcast episode, Marissa Dake of DNO Produce joins LeAnne Ruzzamenti with EFI to discuss how everyone in the fresh produce industry can be an advocate, starting with a few small steps.
Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Joey Bosa is set to compete against world champion competitive eater Joey Chestnut during the second annual Wonderful Pistachios Get Crackin’ Eating Championship on World Pistachio Day.
Young professionals will participate in the association’s advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill and will get firsthand experience with legislative and regulatory issues important to the apple industry.
The Oxnard, Calif.-based company, which sources, produces and distributes fresh hass avocados, is set to showcase its advanced ripe-room technology, “Mission Control,” at Fruit Logistica, Feb. 7-9, in Berlin.
Dole is marking 125 years of farming, shipping and selling bananas in 2024 with a year-long celebration featuring contests, partnerships, proclamations, recipes and other promotions.
The American Farm Bureau Federation, Western Growers Association, U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the California Chamber of Commerce claim the new laws violate the First Amendment and overstep the Clean Air Act.
The 2022 Pesticide Data Program Annual Summary notes that tests were conducted on 10,665 samples from 23 commodities including fresh and processed fruits and vegetables, dairy, nuts and grains.
A new initiative provides $65 million for projects to help the specialty crop sector increase global exports and an additional $72.9 million is available for research through the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program.
The event is dedicated to cultivating meaningful discussions surrounding policies and regulations impacting the importation of fresh produce, the association says.
Designed to connect the fresh produce industry with people who directly influence consumer consumption, the Consumer Connection Conference is set for April 29 through May 1 in Phoenix.
California Avocado Commission has released its official crop forecast for the fiscal year 2023-24, projecting 208 million pounds, compared to the prior year volume of 237 million pounds.
The Fresco y Más banner, including all 28 stores and four pharmacies, was sold to Fresco Retail Group LLC, an investment group strategically focused on food and grocery.
GOPEX 2024, which explored the intersection of fresh produce and conscious consumerism with industry leaders from across the supply chain, also featured a vast array of new products and innovation on the expo floor.
GOPEX 2024 explored the intersection of fresh produce and conscious consumerism with industry leaders from across the supply chain Jan. 22-24 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino.
Wandin Valley Farms has been recognized at the Sydney Markets Cherry Auction for growing the “best cherry” in Australia — Bloom Fresh’s Cheery Nebula cherry variety.
Unifrutti said the move supports its strategy of building a globally diversified premium fruit platform, while complementing its product offering by adding a strong table grape and cherry platform.
SpartanNash now enables the real-time exchange of food traceability data across its suppliers, distribution centers, company stores and independent grocer customers.
In this new agreement, Nichino grants Sipcam access to miticide and insecticide formulations, and Sipcam expands distribution rights of its powdery mildew fungicide.
The Houston-based nonprofit says it has distributed over $17 million in retail cost of produce since fall 2022 to the more than 50,000 families enrolled in the program.
Scientists at the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service and the Ohio State University have been working to investigate how tomatoes may be imparting health benefits in a recently published study.
KeHE Distributors has opened a new Miami distribution center with 360,000 additional square feet, which it says will bring job opportunities and economic growth to the local community.
The proposed merger between the retail giants, as well as related divestiture with C&S Wholesale Grocers, is facing a setback following a lawsuit filed by Washington state's attorney general.
The global avocado industry provider based in Santa Paula, Calif., says it is exploring the sale of its fresh-cut division — formerly RFG — to F&S Fresh Foods.
The beauty of fresh mushrooms is that they often are the answer to multiple culinary trends, says Eric Davis, spokesperson for the Mushroom Council, which says it aligns its marketing to take advantage of those trends.
AUSTIN, Texas — The National Potato Council is reporting a record-breaking year for its Potato Expo 2024, which drew 2,320 attendees and 216 exhibitors to the Austin Convention Center, Jan. 10-11.