The sudden switch from drought to too much precipitation in parts of California now begs the question: Is the weather changing, and will California start to dig out from three consecutive years of drought?

West Concord, Mass.-based Divert, Inc. has announced the appointment of Nicholas Bertram as the founding member of its advisory board.

Demand for fresh citrus is strong for Toronto, Canada-based Fresh Taste Produce, says Tara Glazer, marketing director.

Last year 13 of the top 20 organic produce categories (by total sales) posted increases in dollars, while 14 of the top 20 organic produce sales categories posted declines in volume, according to a report.

The experienced attorney has joined the northwest fruit grower-shipper in a newly created role.

The move brings FWP’s fair trade advocacy work in-house and will strengthen work to stymie exploitation in global supply chains and combat false claims made by certifications and brands, according to a news release.