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In the wake of Freight Farms’ April 2025 collapse, several container farm industry experts talked about where the industry grows from here.
Local connections and relationships are helping new and old growers alike expand operations.
Fresh Trends 2025 data shows that only one in four consumers knows how to spot a ripe plum, but it actually just comes down to taste.
Fresh Trends 2025 data shows that only a third of consumers know how to pick a ripe cantaloupe, but variety shifts in the industry means there are new ripeness rules.
The Hass Avocado Board’s ‘2024 Year in Review’ report highlights trends worth watching and optimism about future production.
Fresh Trends 2025 data shows papayas are the least well-known fruit among consumers, but those with a Hawaiian connection are more confident.
Fresh Trends 2025 data shows that few shoppers are confident about picking ripe mangoes in-store or at home, but ongoing efforts aim to educate consumers.
The FDA has proposed a new summary nutrition label for the front of packaged foods to give consumers quick information.
A recent USDA report found that more Americans are looking at nutrition labels, and expiration dates are the most popular packaging information.
A lot of logistics go into getting papayas from Hawaii to customers in the mainland, requiring growers and shippers to be creative.