Onza Corp.’s FreshSure technology converts volatile ozone gas into a stable, USDA-organic solid crystal matrix offering scalable sachets that achieve up to log-five pathogen reductions and extend produce shelf life by up to nine days.

The Washington Post reports the CDC has added six more states to the ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce from Central Mexico.

More than 180 exhibitors are preparing to showcase some of their newest and most popular produce offerings at the New England Produce Council Produce, Floral and Food Service Expo Aug. 17-18.

Former FDA official Frank Yiannas cautions that slow communication and broad recall advisories during the historic outbreak are punishing safe growers and scaring shoppers away from healthy foods.

Built around the new BK 6-13 variety, the company’s program boasts steady supply and high-spec fruit year-round.

By leveraging viral social campaigns, smarter cross-merchandising, dual-pack sizing and modernized farming technology, the industry is aligning from screen to shelf to drive long-term category growth among younger consumers.