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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Calavo Growers announced in January it would explore the sale of its fresh-cut division — formerly RFG — to F&S Foods, which it had worked with for more than 17 years.
The food technology company says it launched the artificial-intelligence-powered tool to deliver personalized, relevant assistance to the needs of a food industry business.
The association announced the figure, which is down about 10.1% from last year’s final production figure, during its Outlook 2024 conference in Chicago.
Smith was recognized by peers, colleagues and a senator for her tireless work promoting the Michigan and U.S. apple industries.
Following significant rainfall and pest pressure, Gov. Gretchen Witmer estimates crop loss ranging from 30% to 75%.
The Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce has demanded the cooperative repay its debts following the announcement it would cease operations.
Amalia Zimmerman-Lommel, director of social responsibility director with GoodFarms, joins LeAnne Ruzzamenti of EFI to share how her understanding of social responsibility has evolved and the benefits of certification.
The Washington State Tree Fruit Association said it expects around 124 million standard 40-pound boxes for the upcoming season.
The marketer said about 75% of its crop — one of the largest at more than 190 million trays — has shipped from New Zealand to customers throughout the world.
The San Antonio-based greenhouse grower debuted packaging featuring the popular “Paw Patrol” rescue pups on its three-pack of grab-and-go tomatoes.