As of the conclusion of the 2023 season, South African citrus exporters marked 25 years of shipping fruit to the U.S., and shipments of citrus fruit from South Africa have more than doubled since 2019, the group says.
The reorganization aims to more effectively protect public health from foodborne illness outbreaks and other food safety risks. Implementation of the plan is set to begin on Oct. 1.
The USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service says up to $5 million in grants is available to help the specialty crop industry develop solutions to emerging overseas packaging and labeling regulatory requirements.
Oxnard, Calif.-based Mission Produce Inc. has shared what it calls its most diverse summer sourcing strategy yet ahead of the West Coast Produce Expo, May 30 to June 1, in Palm Desert, Calif.
The Food and Drug Administration is extending the comment period for the introduction, and Appendix 1, of the draft guidance on Preventive Controls for Human Food by an additional 60 days.
With 21 planned stops — including New York, Boston and Washington, D.C. — the tour brings to life Driscoll’s “Sweetness Worth Sharing” campaign, featuring free berry treats as well as interactive elements.
Side Delights says the launch of Amazables supports an increasing consumer demand for single-serve items and a desire to reduce food waste, in addition to the growing popularity of microwavable foods.
Selected from the company’s network of 450,000 contract carriers on its platform, this year’s celebration recognizes 24 carriers that stood out for operational excellence.
