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Syngenta Crop Protection and Biotalys are collaborating to research, develop and commercialize new biocontrol solutions to manage key pests in a broad variety of crops.
The greenhouse grower says Umami The Fifth Taste brings a new flavor profile to the Bombs product line with a sweet and savory taste.
Conner O’Malley will take the reins from Tim Lane, who plans to retire later this year after leading the Yakima, Wash.-based company for 25 years.
Alex DiNovo, president and chief operating officer of the Columbus, Ohio-based DNO Produce, has announced the promotions of Deadra Barnett, Nick Middleton and Doug Snyder.
Reidsville, Ga.-based Shuman Farms is focusing on its sustainability initiatives in celebration of Earth Day.
The 220,000-square-foot facility near the Port of Savannah offers cross-docking services and 23 inbound and outbound lanes that can process more than 40 trucks daily, moving up to 1.4 million pounds of produce per day.
Los Angeles-based Warp has launched DirecTrack, bringing real-time location updates to the movement of goods throughout the shipment’s entire journey as part of its fully managed solution.
The global exclusive distribution agreement with sensor technology startup Strella will launch immediately for the Northern Hemisphere’s apple and pear seasons and leverage AgroFresh’s customer relationships.
The Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) program funds farmer-driven grants and grassroots education programs that aim to create climate-smart solutions for farms and ranches.
The Chelsea, Mass.-based brand says it will work with partners in Argentina and offer a 2-pound pear bag, with pears also available in full-size cartons or half-cartons.