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Start date set for Vidalia onion packing
Start date set for Vidalia onion packing

Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper and the Vidalia Onion Committee have revealed April 17 as the official pack date this season.

Morning Kiss Organic adds organic Vidalia onions
Morning Kiss Organic adds organic Vidalia onions

Morning Kiss Organic says it will have organic Eastern-grown red, yellow and white onions, along with hand-cultivated organic Vidalia onions, this spring. The onions will join its lineup of organic summer vegetables.

Syngenta Vegetables, Emerald Seed Co. partner on onion licensing
Syngenta Vegetables, Emerald Seed Co. partner on onion licensing

The agreement gives Syngenta access to Emerald Seed Co.’s germplasm of open-pollinated and hybrid onion germplasm and expands Syngenta's portfolio.

Progressive Produce celebrates health and wellness with its organic lineup
Progressive Produce celebrates health and wellness with its organic lineup

Los Angeles-based Progressive Produce is highlighting its commitment to health and wellness through its Nature's Bounty Organic program.

GrubMarket acquires JC Cheyne, expands West Coast footprint
GrubMarket acquires JC Cheyne, expands West Coast footprint

JC Cheyne sells over 70 different items, including a variety of potatoes and onions, to more than 80 retail, foodservice and wholesale establishments throughout California.

Industry veteran takes the helm of National Onion Association
Industry veteran takes the helm of National Onion Association

Onion industry veteran Jared Gutierrez is now president of the National Onion Association after serving the last two years as first vice president for the organization.

G&R Farms unveils new website to align with rebrand
G&R Farms unveils new website to align with rebrand

The Glennville, Ga.-based third-generation family farm specializing in sweet onions has launched a newly updated website aligned with its rebrand.

Onions 52 to expand East Coast operations
Onions 52 to expand East Coast operations

The Syracuse, Utah-based company has announced plans to expand operations to the East Coast with a distribution and packing facility in Cincinnati, set to be fully operational beginning early 2024.

Increasing onion imports followed by rising per capita availability
Increasing onion imports followed by rising per capita availability

Increasing U.S. per capita availability of onions has been accompanied by rising onion imports by Mexico, Peru, and other countries, according to USDA data.

A look at Bland Farms' transition to Peruvian onions
A look at Bland Farms' transition to Peruvian onions

Peruvian onion supplies are increasing for Bland Farms, says Sloan Lott, director of sales.

U.S. imports of Peruvian onions grow
U.S. imports of Peruvian onions grow

U.S. imports of Peruvian onions have increased from 130,807 metric tons in 2018 to 164,734 metric tons in 2022, according to statistics from the USDA. 

G&R Farms optimistic about Peruvian onion crop
G&R Farms optimistic about Peruvian onion crop

Representing a counter-season balance to the Vidalia onion deal, strong supplies of Peruvian onions are anticipated for G&R Farms, says Steven Shuman.

Shuman Farms offering strong volume of Peruvian onions
Shuman Farms offering strong volume of Peruvian onions

Cobbtown, Ga.-based Shuman Farms has started shipping its premium sweet onions from Peru and the marketer expects to ship from Peru through March, said John Shuman, president and CEO.

Peaches, onions and carrots thrive in Colorado
Peaches, onions and carrots thrive in Colorado

Carrots are in full swing in Colorado, some onions will start shipping in mid-September and Palisade peaches are winding down for the season, grower-shippers say.

Keystone Fruit Marketing active with Peruvian onions
Keystone Fruit Marketing active with Peruvian onions

Keystone Fruit Marketing has been an integral part of the onion supply chain from Peru for over 30 years, says Matthew Gideon, sales and commodity manager for the Greencastle, Pa.-based marketer.

Idaho-East Oregon onion growers say sustainability matters
Idaho-East Oregon onion growers say sustainability matters

Whether it’s accommodating suggestions from customers or following through with their own initiatives, onion grower-shippers in East Oregon and Idaho say they take sustainability seriously.

Idaho-East Oregon onion growers contend with inflation
Idaho-East Oregon onion growers contend with inflation

Inflation has been a challenge for East Oregon and Idaho onion grower-shippers, but they say rising supermarket prices haven’t affected sales of their product.

On-time start expected for Idaho-East Oregon onion harvest
On-time start expected for Idaho-East Oregon onion harvest

Troublesome springtime weather gave way to much-improved conditions during the early summer, enabling a good, on-time start to the East Oregon-Idaho onion harvest, grower-shippers said.

Texas 1015 sweet onions wrap up harvest and promotion season
Texas 1015 sweet onions wrap up harvest and promotion season

South Texas growers have planted 40% more Texas 1015 sweet onions in 2023 to keep up with increasing demand, says a Texas onion association.

Onion industry leaders, researchers to host National Onion Association Convention
Onion industry leaders, researchers to host National Onion Association Convention

The National Onion Association Convention will bring together industry advocates and allium researchers on the riverwalk in San Antonio on Nov. 29 to Dec. 2.

Columbia Basin onion crop catching up from cold spring
Columbia Basin onion crop catching up from cold spring

​​​​​​​After erratic spring weather, onion crop prospects in the Columbia Basin shared by Washington and Oregon have improved to strong levels.

Video series aims to elevate outdoor grilling with help from Vidalia onions
Video series aims to elevate outdoor grilling with help from Vidalia onions

The Vidalia Onion Committee is partnering with Certified Angus Beef for a social media content series intended to help at-home chefs with recipes and grilling inspiration.

Washington onion crop looking strong for F.C. Bloxom Co.
Washington onion crop looking strong for F.C. Bloxom Co.

The Washington onion crop for Seattle-based F.C. Bloxom Co. is on track for a strong year, says William F. Bloxom, an owner of the company.

Side Delights to showcase organic potatoes and onions at OPS
Side Delights to showcase organic potatoes and onions at OPS

Fresh Solutions Network, the exclusive supplier of Side Delights potatoes and onions, says it plans to showcase its newly redesigned Side Delights Organic potatoes and onions at the upcoming Organic Produce Summit.

Increased assessment rate proposed for Walla Walla sweet onion marketing order
Increased assessment rate proposed for Walla Walla sweet onion marketing order

The USDA has published a proposed rule that would increase the assessment rate for onions produced within the Walla Walla sweet onion marketing order.

Fresh Trends 2023: Onions on the rise
Fresh Trends 2023: Onions on the rise

The Packer’s Fresh Trends 2023 indicated that 59% of all consumers said they purchased onions in the past year.

New Mexico onions saw price jump, volume decline in 2022
New Mexico onions saw price jump, volume decline in 2022

New Mexico onion shippers enjoyed a good price year in 2022 compared with 2021, USDA data shows.

Onion growers see impact of inflation
Onion growers see impact of inflation

The onion category has not escaped the perils of inflation that have challenged the produce industry as prices of inputs and other necessities have skyrocketed over the past couple of years.

Herndon Farms partners with Gary Sinise Foundation during Vidalia onion season
Herndon Farms partners with Gary Sinise Foundation during Vidalia onion season

Onions will be shipped with co-branded packaging that highlights the foundation’s work in supporting the nation's defenders, veterans and first responders, and Herndon Farms will donate a portion of the gross sales.

Consumer packs rising in share of onion sales
Consumer packs rising in share of onion sales

Bulk onions account for the vast majority of onion sales in the U.S., but consumer packs continue to gain popularity.

G&R Farms launches cookbook, partners with American Cornhole Organization
G&R Farms launches cookbook, partners with American Cornhole Organization

The Glenville, Ga.-based Vidalia onion grower, which has been named the “official sweet onion” of the American Cornhole Organization, has released a summer cookbook.

Onion volume expected to increase after slow start
Onion volume expected to increase after slow start

The spring/summer season got off to a rather slow start for the onion category, with strong demand triggering higher prices than usual.

What's the difference between spring onions and scallions?
What's the difference between spring onions and scallions?

While a yellow onion and a red onion are obviously different, it’s not as easy to tell the difference among all the fresh onions with long green leaves and white tips that come in springtime.

G&R Farms unveils new packaging with Vidalia onion season
G&R Farms unveils new packaging with Vidalia onion season

The Glennville, Ga.-based grower says the new look enhances brand and product recognition, as well as highlights “the premium essence” of its Vidalia onions.

Shuman Farms unveils renovated packing facility, big messaging to consumers
Shuman Farms unveils renovated packing facility, big messaging to consumers

Shuman Farms is wrapping up an extensive renovation of its packing facility in Cobbtown, Ga., says John Shuman, president and CEO of Shuman Farms.

Vidalia crop coming on strong after Christmas cold
Vidalia crop coming on strong after Christmas cold

Vidalia onion plants endured a cold snap around Christmas but the crop has looked good the past couple of months, said Vidalia Onion Committee Chairman Cliff Riner, the crop production manager for G&R Farms.

Marketer anticipates good year for Vidalia sweet onions
Marketer anticipates good year for Vidalia sweet onions

After dealing with weather-realted challenges, Glennville, Ga.-based Bland Farms is planning a big promotion for the upcoming season.

Texas onion season heating up for The Onion House
Texas onion season heating up for The Onion House

A warm growing season has spurred the progress of Texas onions, says Don Ed Holmes, president of The Onion House, Weslaco, Texas.

Vidalia onion 2023 pack date released: It’s April 17
Vidalia onion 2023 pack date released: It’s April 17

Vidalia onions are available for a limited time each year, between April through early September. The pack date is determined by soil and weather conditions during the growing season.

Texas onion sizing, and yields, looking good so far for Little Bear Produce
Texas onion sizing, and yields, looking good so far for Little Bear Produce

Texas onion acreage for Little Bear Produce is similar to the past few years, but with larger onion size, yields could be up this year, says Jeff Brechler, sales representative with the company.

Texas onion season set for big volume
Texas onion season set for big volume

Weather conditions and expanded acreage for the Texas onion crop are setting up for promotable volumes starting in late March, industry leaders say.

Morning Kiss Organic to feature full line of onions, including organic Vidalia
Morning Kiss Organic to feature full line of onions, including organic Vidalia

Morning Kiss Organic will have organic Eastern-grown red, yellow and white onions, along with hand-cultivated organic Vidalia onions.

Onions 52 partners with registered dietitian to promote heart health
Onions 52 partners with registered dietitian to promote heart health

To spotlight the role that onions can play in a healthy diet and promote increased consumption, Onions 52 has teamed with registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator Laura Ashley Johnson.

Owyhee hires two sales representatives
Owyhee hires two sales representatives

Parma, Idaho-based Owyhee Produce has a big year on tap for 2023, said Bailey Myers, agritourism guide and marketing director.

Boskovich Farms moves fall-winter organic vegetable deal to Mexico
Boskovich Farms moves fall-winter organic vegetable deal to Mexico

Because of increased growing costs at its Oxnard, Calif., headquarters, Boskovich Farms Inc. now is producing its fall-winter organic vegetable crop in Baja California, Mexico.

G&R Farms expecting enhanced performance with new grading and packing line
G&R Farms expecting enhanced performance with new grading and packing line

The grading equipment is more precise, maximizing packing efficiency and product quality with a speed almost 80% faster than existing equipment, according to a news release.

Strong onion markets expected to continue
Strong onion markets expected to continue

Strong onion markets this fall seem to be setting the tone for a firm storage onion market outlook throughout the winter.

California winter vegetables could be tight for Thanksgiving
California winter vegetables could be tight for Thanksgiving

Supplies of some winter vegetables, lettuces in particular, could be a tad tight as the holiday approaches, but availability should be good on others, grower-shippers say.

U.S. fruit exports dip 
U.S. fruit exports dip 

U.S. fresh fruit exports sagged 7% lower for the latest 12-month period, new USDA numbers reveal.

No weeping at the kitchen counter; tearless onions are back
No weeping at the kitchen counter; tearless onions are back

The Sunions tear-free onion variety returns for the 2022-23 season, promising mild flavor, distinctive crunch and a mild pungency that won’t trigger waterworks when slicing and dicing.