The Food and Drug Administration, along with CDC and other partners, are investigating an outbreak of hepatitis A infections in the U.S. and Canada potentially linked to fresh organic strawberries.
The Packer on June 27 will publish a special tribute to Tom Stenzel, long-time president and CEO of the United Fresh Produce Association and recently retired co-CEO of the International Fresh Produce Association.
The projects supported through the investment will work to ensure a safe, nutritious and abundant food supply, said the National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
Caledonia, Mich.-based hydroponic lettuce farm Revolution Farms is partnering with Grand Rapids-based retailer Meijer to bring local lettuce and salad greens to 262 stores across the retailer’s six-state footprint.