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The agency said the extension does not amend the requirements of the final rule but provides additional time to ensure complete coordination.
State member and alternate positions need to be filled for a three-year term beginning Jan. 1, 2026.
The program helps retailers take advantage of the surge in seafood sales during Lent by putting fresh produce at the center of the action, the company says.
With the acquisition, the company says it will ensure that Johansen Ranch remains a vital part of its citrus program and that Johansen’s current California-based customers continue to have access.
Favorable weather conditions had led to an earlier start for the Miami-based grower and exporter’s miniature mango season, which typically runs through June.
The platform improves efficiency and provides real-time data, helping businesses quickly adapt to the changing demands of the fresh produce industry, the company says.
The fresh carrot grower and distributor earned a position in the top 10 for in North America on Fast Company’s 2025 Most Innovative Companies list.
Since 2011, the value of U.S. organic imports has continued to grow, bolstered by high-value produce such as blueberries.
The NABC says board leadership has worked to further develop and drive the organization’s mission that includes expansion of board representation and new categories of membership.
Along with the exclusive discounts, Amazon introduced a new private-label brand and enhancements to its online grocery shopping experience.