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onions in hand
Industry
Washington, Oregon Onion Growers Wary of ICE Visits
While there have been no major disruptions, there’s some concern over the potential for immigration enforcement efforts to impact labor.
July 17, 2025 04:00 PM
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Tom Burfield
Farmworkers in a potato field
Industry
Potato Growers Have Eyes on Potential ICE Raids and Labor Changes
Washington and Oregon producers hope to avoid disruptions related to immigration enforcement.
July 08, 2025 05:10 PM
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Tom Burfield
Alex, Del, Dallon and Dexter Christensen check out a field in Mattawa, Wash.
Vegetables
Anticipated Crop Quality Provides a Bright Spot for Washington and Oregon Potatoes
While this year’s crop might be smaller, growers have a positive outlook on how things are shaping up in the field.
July 07, 2025 01:56 PM
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Tractors in field
Industry
L.A. Distributors Anticipate Strong Summer Sales
Los Angeles-area companies share about the season so far and talk of tariffs.
June 24, 2025 06:04 AM
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Tom Burfield
Port of Los Angeles, aerial view
Industry
Los Angeles Port Grapples with Export Impact From Tariffs
May marked six straight months of declining exports, according to the port’s executive director.
June 20, 2025 03:27 PM
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Tom Burfield
Sunkist grapefruit bag
Retail
Sunkist launches combo grapefruit bags
Demand for citrus is on the rise — and so is consumers’ craving for convenience, the company says.
May 28, 2025 01:10 PM
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Little Smoochies bag, Consalo Family Farms
Retail
Why Little Smoochies is a big deal for Consalo Family Farms
The colorful mesh bags of grapefruit, mandarins, navel oranges, lemons and limes have made a mark in retail.
May 27, 2025 01:03 PM
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Chile citrus orchard with mountains in the background
Produce Crops
Ideal weather aids Chilean citrus production
Significant production increases are seen in the initial forecast for the coming season, especially for mandarins.
May 27, 2025 08:30 AM
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girl with a basket picking strawberries in a field
Retail
Explore you-pick farms with Georgia Grown’s new map
In addition to promoting agritourism, the Georgia Department of Agriculture is tapping into retail partnerships to highlight the state’s in-season produce.
May 23, 2025 01:30 PM
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Casey Kio of Consalo Family Farms in a South Africa citrus grove
Produce Crops
Summer citrus harvests underway with high expectations
From California to Chile, companies share insights on this year’s supplies and quality.
May 23, 2025 01:00 PM
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