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Wonderful Citrus, mandarin oranges on a branch
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Citrus Importers Gear Up for South Africa Deal
U.S. importers expect to have ample supplies and seem eager for the season to get underway.
May 27, 2026 01:32 PM
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Tom Burfield
Legacy Fresh cup sizer
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Legacy Fresh’s Growth Rooted in Family Foundation
The company’s story spans from the hard work of its owner’s immigrant great-grandparents to becoming an operation known for its Hatch Valley green and red chili peppers, along with Hatch Valley sweet onions and conventional red, yellow and white onions.
May 22, 2026 03:14 PM
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Tom Burfield
Chilean mandarins in a grove
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Optimistic Outlook Projected for Summer Citrus From Chile
Growers are “expecting a great season,” which follows a 2025 citrus season that delivered strong overall export growth.
May 25, 2026 06:30 AM
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Tom Burfield
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What’s on Tap for the National Onion Association’s July Convention
The event, set for July 8-11 in New York, will offer an opportunity to participate in updating NOA’s food safety guidelines, which were last updated in 2022.
May 22, 2026 01:40 PM
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Tom Burfield
Peri & Sons, closeup of onions in a bin
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Onion Growers Outline Offerings and Expectations
Supplies are anticipated to be plentiful, with high quality as warmer weather approaches, according to grower-shippers.
May 22, 2026 09:00 AM
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Tom Burfield
Consalo citrus line
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Summer Citrus: What’s in Store From a Bountiful Season
It’s an optimistic outlook from growers and importers, who expect strong supplies from domestic and offshore crops.
May 20, 2026 06:00 PM
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Tom Burfield
Strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries
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Berry Boost: Merchandising Advice to Help Drive Sales
Berries bring several qualities to motivate shoppers to buy, but retailers can enhance purchase possibilities with these tips and techniques.
May 19, 2026 03:30 PM
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Tom Burfield
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Strong Demand Awaits Berries as Harvests Ramp Up
Companies readying supplies blueberries, blackberries and raspberries as shoppers continue to crave berries.
May 15, 2026 03:20 PM
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Tom Burfield
solar panels
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Why Berry Growers See Sustainable Operations as Essential
Sustainability has become a core expectation for production as companies prioritize innovations and efficiencies.
May 14, 2026 09:02 AM
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Tom Burfield
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What to Expect From a Promising Strawberry Season
The popular berries have had good numbers with shipping so far, creating plenty of retail opportunities headed into the summer holidays.
May 07, 2026 03:10 PM
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