Christina Herrick

Christina Herrick

Christina Herrick serves as the produce editor for The Packer, where she provides in-depth coverage of the fresh produce industry. With a keen focus on the economic realities facing growers, packers and shippers, she explores the complexities of agricultural labor and the rising costs of production. Herrick is a leading voice on new technologies transforming specialty crop farming. As host of The Packer podcast, she engages with industry leaders and offers essential insights for stakeholders navigating the evolving landscape of today’s fresh produce industry.

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Farms, often in remote locations, are unfortunately prime suspects for copper wire thefts, but a new system called Cop-R-Lock aims to not only deter thefts but put an end to them.
The newly formed “Grow it Here” seeks to educate policymakers and the public on the dire need for short-term and long-term ag reform.
While the organization has existed in the background for about a year, the Banana Association of North America has come forward to drive awareness of the benefits of banana consumption.
Some in the industry liken agtech automation to a series of football plays, running the ball down the field until funding runs out — as full automation has remained elusive.
Globally and in the U.S., data shows millennials and Gen Z shoppers view produce purchase differently than baby boomers and Gen X shoppers.
Exhibitors at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Show discussed new products and new initiatives, as well as current season projections.
Dante Galeazzi, president and CEO of the Texas International Produce Association, sat down with The Packer to discuss the latest on the tomato suspension agreement and early USMCA discussions.
Companies exhibiting at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce and Floral Show debuted new product introductions and discussed new updates forthcoming.
Its new Amiga lineup features integration with Bonsai Intelligence, low-clearance vehicles and off-road capabilities.
While there are distinct headwinds in the current economy, Arjun Chakravarti, managing partner of a Chicago-based consultancy Cogknition Analytics, says there’s also strong opportunities.