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.
The Packer’s Fresh Trends 2024 data shows 54% of surveyed consumers reported purchasing blueberries in the past 12 months, up from both the 2023 and 2022 surveys.
The company is marking the milestone with initiatives such as a social media giveaway campaign, as well as incentives for display contests and a peach week celebration.
The merit-based program focuses heavily on grades, but it also considers philanthropic activities by students supporting their community and those seeking agricultural-based majors.
The USDA is seeking information from the public on protocols that may be considered for inclusion in a new Greenhouse Gas Technical Assistance Provider and Third-Party Verifier Program.
