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Bob Sakata
Obituaries
Colorado grower Bob Sakata mourned
Celebrated Colorado grower Bob Sakata, 96, died June 7.
June 15, 2022 04:42 PM
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Industry
IFPA launches Global Produce & Floral Show
The International Fresh Produce Association has officially launched the Global Produce & Floral Show, which is set for Oct. 27-29 in Orlando, Fla.
June 15, 2022 02:02 PM
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People
Hass Avocado Board elevates role of Gina Widjaja
The Hass Avocado Board has entered its 20th anniversary year by expanding the role and responsibilities of Gina Widjaja, director of marketing and communications.
June 14, 2022 03:29 PM
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Summer Citrus South Africa
Produce Crops
South Africa citrus shipments begin, with adjustments
Shipments of South African citrus are arriving in the U.S. this week, according to the marketing group Summer Citrus from South Africa.
June 14, 2022 03:26 PM
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Produce Crops
FDACS announces results of Florida Citrus Research Order Referendum
Florida growers have said yes to more producer-funded citrus research.
June 14, 2022 12:53 PM
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Paul Mastronardi
Industry
Mastronardi adds Utah to locally grown network
Kingsville, Ontario-based Mastronardi Produce has announced the addition of Longvine Growing Co. to its U.S. network.
June 14, 2022 12:27 PM
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Bob Catinella
People
Pear Bureau Northwest promotes Bob Catinella to director of merchandising
The Milwaukie, Ore.-based Pear Bureau Northwest has announced that Bob Catinella has been promoted to director of merchandising.
June 14, 2022 12:16 PM
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Produce Crops
USDA seeks comment on draft pest risk assessment for imports of dragon fruit from the Dominican Republic
The USDA has drafted a pest risk assessment for the importation of dragon fruit (Selenicereus undatus) for consumption from the Dominican Republic.
June 13, 2022 11:32 AM
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People
Kyle Hemenway hired by Peak of the Market
Winnipeg, Manitoba-based Peak of the Market Ltd. has added Kyle Hemenway as chief financial officer.
June 13, 2022 11:27 AM
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Smurfit Kappa invests in Mexico corrugated plant
Sustainability
Smurfit Kappa invests $23.5M in Mexico corrugated plant
Paper-based packaging solutions provider has invested $23.5 million to upgrade its Nuevo Laredo sheet plant in Mexico to become a fully integrated corrugated plant.
June 10, 2022 07:02 AM
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