In addition to promoting agritourism, the Georgia Department of Agriculture is tapping into retail partnerships to highlight the state’s in-season produce.
Businesses are trying to determine how much of an impact grower-shippers, retailers or third parties will absorb, says one commodity manager. However, a tariff could boost California citrus.
“Early indicators point to a solid season across most growing regions,” says Joe Vargas, director of business intelligence for the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council.