Following successful eradication measures, the California ag department said it eliminated five introduced species in the state, including the first finds in the Western Hemisphere for Tau and Queensland fruit flies.
As part of National Fruits and Veggies Month, the organization says it will help retailers capitalize on cross-merchandising opportunities with walnuts and fresh produce.
The company fundraises for the Mathison Family scholarship, Stemilt Growers scholarship and the Thomas K. Mathison scholarship for students with ties to Washington’s tree fruit industry who are pursuing a college degree.
Cinco De Mayo, Memorial Day and Father’s Day sold a combined 154.6 million units, generating $191.6 million in dollar sales, according to the most recent “Avocado Holiday Retail Recap” created by the Hass Avocado Board.
After the product debuted in March, the Masser Family of Companies will showcase its oven-crisp-style microwavable potatoes with custom sauces at its booth in Nashville.
The August Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer dropped to its lowest level since fall 2015 to winter 2016 during the early stages of a significant downturn in the U.S. farm economy.
