Hawaii’s soil and ideal growing conditions give its papayas a unique flavor that no other region in the world can duplicate, says Eric Weinert, president of the Hawaiian Papaya Industry Association.

An approach using artificial intelligence and supercomputers can help measure the amount of greenhouse gas emissions from individual farms at a national scale, according to a new research study.

Richa Desai will lead the food packaging supplier’s sustainability efforts and help shape and articulate Sabert’s strategic direction.

The USDA’s revised quarantine area doesn’t include commercial citrus groves.

Industrywide, early Northwest pear estimates are coming with about 30% less volume compared with 2023, said Kaci Komstadius, vice president of marketing for Sage Fruit Co., Yakima, Wash.

Brad Franklin is one of only 20 produce managers nationwide being recognized with the International Fresh Produce Association’s 2024 Retail Produce Manager of the Year Award.