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More reaction is rolling on the FDA’s request for comment on the idea of a “healthy” symbol for packaged foods.
The latest crowd-sourced produce wisdom came to me after I posted this question on the LinkedIn Fresh Produce Industry Discussion Group:
The universal labor crisis in the U.S. could open the door to immigration reform, Alex DiNovo believes.
U.S. exports of fresh fruits and vegetables showed moderate growth through May this year compared with the same period in 2020.
U.S. imports of fresh fruits from January through May surged 13% compared with a year ago, according to new statistics from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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Posted on regulations.gov, here is a comment from Kroger to the FDA on the topic on a voluntary symbol depicting the nutrient content claim ‘‘Healthy’’ on packaged foods.
With temperatures topping 105 degrees for several days from June 27-30 in Wenatchee, Wash., the heat was on the Northwest cherry harvest.
A new report on the Canadian retail industry reviews market share numbers for major supermarket operators and examines the growth potential for U.S. fresh produce exports.
The Packer will present the 2021 Canadian Produce Person of the Year award on July 21 to Larry McIntosh, long-time president and CEO of Peak of the Market, Winnipeg, Manitoba.