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Industry
NoKota Packers celebrating 45th anniversary
The Buxton, N.D.-based company, established in 1979, is planning an open house in early 2025 to celebrate the milestone.
December 05, 2024 07:40 AM
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Tom Karst
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Industry
Farmer sentiment rises following U.S. election
A new survey shows farmers have an optimistic outlook for U.S. agriculture, though many are concerned about a new trade war.
December 04, 2024 11:17 AM
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Tom Karst
Tomatoes
Produce Crops
Mexican tomato imports rise in volume and value
USDA trade numbers show Mexico accounted for 91% of total U.S. fresh tomato imports in 2023.
December 03, 2024 11:27 AM
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Tom Karst
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Industry
Avocados lead growth in Mexican import value
The value of U.S. fresh avocado imports from Mexico from October 2023 through September 2024 was up 23% from the previous season.
December 03, 2024 07:50 AM
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Tom Karst
SWIPE
Produce Industry Events
FPAA looks to build on SWIPE success
Attendance and exhibitors increased for this year’s Southwest International Produce Expo, and the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas is seeking to carry that momentum into the 2026 event.
December 02, 2024 07:48 AM
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Tom Karst
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Retail
Younger consumers most averse to plastic packaging, Fresh Trends shows
The survey of more than 1,100 consumers found that 44% of respondents consciously avoid buying produce in plastic packaging.
November 27, 2024 07:39 AM
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Tom Karst
eggplant
Produce Crops
PennRose Farms sees growth in core items, rebrands conventional vegetables
For the 2025 season, the company plans to increase its acreage in items such as cucumber, bell pepper and eggplant from West Mexico.
November 27, 2024 07:23 AM
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Tom Karst
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Produce Crops
Mexican growers challenged by water shortfall, tight labor conditions
Questions about water availability have likely caused some produce growers to be conservative in the acreage they plant for the coming season.
November 26, 2024 12:02 PM
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Tom Karst
IFCO ESG report 2024
Sustainability
IFCO reports on 2024 progress toward ESG goals
Reusable packaging supplier IFCO has released its ESG Report 2024, giving an account of the company’s environmental, social and governance performance throughout IFCO’s fiscal year 2024.
November 26, 2024 09:17 AM
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Tom Karst
EarthBlend
Industry
EarthBlend marks sixth season in West Mexico produce
New developments at the Nogales, Ariz.-based company include year-round supplies of cucumbers and squash, said Steve Spence, director of sales.
November 26, 2024 07:29 AM
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Tom Karst
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