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Exhibit space for the Canadian Produce Marketing Association 2025 Convention and Trade Show, set to take place April 8-10 in Montreal at the Palais des Congres, is sold out.
The company says its all-in-one platform provides cold chain value services for the North American produce industry.
The collaboration aims to empower chefs and foodservice operators to create memorable culinary experiences by combining high-quality fresh produce with unique flavor profiles.
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has issued an executive order giving Texas farmers and ranchers the green light to tap into the Rio Grande for irrigation.
Phil Pettine, regional sales manager for Kwik Lok’s Northeast region, is retiring; the Yakima, Wash.-based company says Stephanie “Steph” Wyjadka will be his successor.
Bayer and Dollar General are again partnering to improve access to fresh produce for K-12 students and their families.
Verdant Technologies’ postharvest solution helps extend produce shelf life and is approved for use in broccoli, peaches, cucumbers and more.
The companies will offer fresh almond and almond and dried fruit blends including Toasted Almonds and Cherries and Sea Salt Almonds and Blueberries.
Doral, Fla.-based J&C Tropicals is committing to a 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.
The USDA has announced its intent to purchase up to $25 million in fresh citrus from domestic producers to distribute to food banks and nutrition assistance programs.