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Representatives with three U.S.-based retailers addressed challenges and opportunities the produce industry faces during a panel at the recent Canadian Produce Marketing Association Conference and Trade Show.

In his State of the Fresh Produce Industry address, Ron Lemaire talked about the current political climate, the need for global sustainability goals and the need to focus on the consumer.

Ali Cox, CEO and founder of Noble West, an agriculture marketing consultancy, shares how specialty crop growers are currently using regenerative ag, its benefits and its potential for the future.

From yield forecasting to plant and weed identification, experts say the future is endless for the integration of artificial intelligence.

It’s no surprise that the education session on the tomato suspension agreement at this year's Viva Fresh Expo was a packed house, given the extensive discussion recently over its future.

The Canada-based Wolarmann Enterprises specializes in labels for netted products in the produce industry and clipping wires.

Vivid displays, discounts and recipe inspiration are part of the marketing effort to include avocados in the lead-up to Cinco de Mayo.

The packer, grower and distributor of pears, apples and stone fruit says promotions and geo-targeting sales of fuji apples are keys to success this spring and summer.

The California-based marketer expects about 5 million pounds of Gem avocados this season, with the peak hitting in May.

Check out video from some of The Packer's booth visits with companies showcasing new products, soon-to-be-released products and more.

Tropicals, tomatoes and a logo in the Smithsonian Museum are among the highlights from booth visits at Viva Fresh Expo 2024.

The Kingsville, Ontario-based fourth-generation, family-owned greenhouse business said it plans to introduce a Dreamberry strawberry pack for Mother’s Day — with a twist on its WOW brand wordmark.

The Packer and the Texas International Produce Association honored Texas state Rep. Carrie Isaac during a presentation at the recent Viva Fresh Expo.

From a space-themed networking event to Texas citrus royalty, Viva Fresh 2024 was an action-packed event.

Sustainable packaging, produce programs and visiting with customers were among the highlights of Viva Fresh 2024.

The Canadian Produce Marketing Association Convention and Trade Show returns to western Canada this year with a focus on sustainability, networking and the strength of the country's domestic market.

In this "Tip of the Iceberg" podcast, Quest Resource Management CEO Ray Hatch discusses the importance of reducing food waste and the solutions his company provides to help reduce the amount of produce in landfills.

The company plans for a free event to celebrate all things banana on April 17 in Florida, and it invites fans to share bright and yellow memories through social media posts.

In the U.S. Apple Association’s latest report, fresh and processing apple numbers remain higher than last year and the five-year average for holdings.

Red and yellow dragon fruit and rambutan are among fruit and vegetable supplier’s new offerings.

The Canadian greenhouse grower said promotional strategies around its new Sweet S’naps peppers include high-graphic displays, shipping cartons and packaging to reinforce snackability.

Massachusetts-based brand Morning Kiss Organic said it expects good supplies for the season, which runs through June.

The company says it expects strong imports of Autumncrisp and Ruby Rush grapes for the season that will begin in mid-May.

The companies say Acadian Plant Health customers can expect better access to products, including its organic product line, as well as agronomists and more.

The Organic Trade Association released the results of its consumer survey, which shows the value consumers place on the USDA Organic seal.

The kiwifruit marketer has planned marketing around the season's first shipments of New Zealand kiwifruit, set to hit stores mid-May.

In his season forecast, Drew Lerner, senior agricultural meteorologist and president of World Weather, shared with USApple members how he sees a relatively favorable growing season.

Carbon Robotics founder and CEO Paul Mikesell talks about barriers growers face to implementing technology and the importance of data in agriculture's future in this "Tip of the Iceberg" podcast episode.

Jordan James will fill the role held by Bruce Cox, who retired after 20 years with the company.

The vegetable seed breeder says it added marketing and project management to its combined North and Central American operations.

Mark Currie, former chief operating officer of Elevation Foods, will succeed the retiring Joe Caldwell and run Giorgi Mushroom, Giorgio Fresh and Giorgio Foods.

Proposals are being accepted through July 2 for projects that will help farmers, ranchers and forest landowners adopt and expand conservation strategies to enhance natural resources while tackling the climate crisis. 

The foundation will fund 11 projects that tackle issues such as biodiversity, social issues, climate and more.

The research team on a national fire blight grant will host several webinars covering topics including antibiotic resistance, pathogen movement and plant defense.

The San Jose, Calif.-based IT consulting firm specializing in information technology, cybersecurity and data analytics said this new service helps growers and shippers understand cybersecurity risks ahead of harvest.

After discovering the invasive pest in the southeastern part of the state, the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has added Greene County to a quarantine.

BioConsorta, a developer of microbial products for agriculture, plans to expand its facility and commercialize its biofungicide, bionematicide and postharvest decay controls this year.

In its second sustainability report, the grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce recaps its food waste reductions, energy savings and packaging innovations.

Vestaron, a manufacturer of peptide-based biocontrols for the specialty crop industry, says it will tap into Simplot Grower Solutions' network of clients and retail operations to expand its reach.

The USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service added Quebec to its prohibited import list to prevent the spread of the European cherry fruit fly.

The grower, packer and shipper provides an update on the importance of farmworkers and the role of H-2A programs.

Orchard Robotics hopes its artificial intelligence-driven camera system will help growers better understand what’s happening in their orchards and also better predict yields.

In this podcast episode, Advanced Agriscience's Collin Juurakko shares interesting discoveries he's made about how frost crystals form and how that led to a potential solution for tree-fruit growers across the globe.

Following Department of Justice concerns about competition in the packaged salad market, the companies have abandoned the proposed $308 million deal.

With CEO Tim Rooney is stepping down to pursue another opportunity, Natural Delights is promoting its chief operating officer, effective April 1.

Ski-cross athlete Emeline Bennett will share food tips, highlights and more through Oppy’s social media channels.

The company says the acquisition will expand its postharvest portfolio and that it plans to collaborate with Valent BioSciences to develop future products to boost produce freshness.

The company plans to incorporate the league’s logo into packaging and provide local leagues with snacking suggestions after being named the official snacking vegetable of Little League Baseball and Softball.

As blueberry season continues, the grower, shipper and wholesaler says it will offer promotable volumes of organic and conventional berries through July.

A new measure approved by a municipal council in Ontario will increase the development fees for wastewater and water on any greenhouses built in the municipality.