Packer Insight — Pandemic assistance, NYC food hub, Produce Artist Award Series

Catch up quick on the news of the week with this latest episode of Packer Insight. Watch for the recap, and then get more details on each of the following topics at the links below.

Clockwise from left: Editor-in-chief Tom Karst, retail editor Ashley Nickle, Northeast editor Amy Sowder
Clockwise from left: Editor-in-chief Tom Karst, retail editor Ashley Nickle, Northeast editor Amy Sowder
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Catch up quick on the news of the week with this latest episode of Packer Insight. Watch for the recap, and then get more details on each of the following topics at the links below.

USDA targets specialty crops with a new pandemic assistance program — New programs and efforts are on the way to bring financial assistance to farmers, ranchers and producers who felt the impact of COVID-19 market disruptions, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced.

Construction begins on $39 million New York Regional Food Hub — The $39 million project cold-storage facility project on a 135,000-square-foot lot will support local farmers and underserved New Yorkers, according to a news release.

Register for the Produce Artist Award Award Series Winter 2021 Results Webinar — Join us as we showcase great merchandising from around the country and get expert commentary on the elements that make these displays winners.

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