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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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.
Tim Youmans has more than 20 years experience in the produce industry and will be in charge of promoting customer relations and executing go-to-market strategies.
Marketers are preparing for avocados and guacamole to take center stage during the football season.
Mediterranean, Queensland and Tau fruit fly quarantines have been lifted while the state keeps its Oriental fruit fly quarantine in place.
Berry grower and processor Agrifruit says the collaboration with the mango and avocado producer and distributor aims to create efficiencies and grow both businesses.
Strong competition on the global market and higher carry-ins have made it a challenging few years for the walnut industry in California.
The grower and shipper of Foxy Brand strawberries and blueberries now offers South American citrus, cherries and grapes.
Ecorobotix said its ARA ultra-high precision sprayer can reduce chemical use by 95%, which will be available at select RDO Equipment Co. locations nationwide.
The department added Newport Beach in Orange County to its statewide quarantine to prevent the spread of an invasive species and the disease.