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Oxnard, Calif.-based Boskovich Farms has plenty to talk about this year at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce & Floral Show.
The Kingsville, Ontario-based company will showcase Savorries Sweet Strawberry Tomatoes at the International Fresh Produce Association’s upcoming Global Produce & Floral Show.
The packaging material has earned certification as “home compostable,” assuring consumers of its eco-friendliness, according to the company.
Crunchy Mini Romaine makes the perfect wrap for taco night, offers a perfect leaf size for a sandwich or can be tossed, grilled and wedged with favorite toppings, the company said.
A 10-page economic study from Arizona State University says ending the U.S.-Mexico suspension minimum price agreement for tomatoes would raise consumer prices by as much as 50%.
During her more than 10 years in the produce industry, Krista Beckstead has worked in the apple grower, packer and shipping sector.
The Packer recently submitted questions about the upcoming Chilean blueberry season to Nader Musleh, director of International Business Development at California Giant Berry Farms.
Organic, fair trade and other sustainability certifications are important in banana marketing efforts because of the growing trend on consumer awareness, says Ahiby Rodriguez of Fyffes North America’s tropical division.
Wish Farms expects Chilean blueberry volume for the 2023-24 season to be comparable to the previous season, says Nick Wishnatzki, public relations manager.
Dysfunction junction is not where ag advocates want the farm bill to be.