9/18/19 Daily Newsflash Roundup: New Companies to the Market & Changes

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IFPA honors industry’s front line with Retail Produce Manager Awards
IFPA honors industry’s front line with Retail Produce Manager Awards

Twenty produce managers have been recognized by the 2024 Retail Produce Managers Awards Program from the International Fresh Produce Association.  

Study examines role of berry consumption in reducing stress effects
Study examines role of berry consumption in reducing stress effects

The health halo for berries continues to shine brightly.

Northwest cherries to provide ample promotion volume
Northwest cherries to provide ample promotion volume

With a start date of about June 1, the 2024 Northwest cherry crop will begin 10-12 days ahead of the 2023 crop, according to Northwest Cherry Growers.

New study estimates blackberry production costs
New study estimates blackberry production costs

The University of California study gives growers a baseline to estimate the costs of establishment and cost of production years, including potential profits or losses.

Fresh Trends data shows demographic data behind berry purchases
Fresh Trends data shows demographic data behind berry purchases

Berries are a hit with all demographics, but The Packer’s Fresh Trends 2024 data reveals where strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries shine.

EPA to cancel agricultural use of acephate
EPA to cancel agricultural use of acephate

The agency will host a 60-day comment period for this decision for the pesticide used in cranberry, Brussel sprouts and other crop production.