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First launched in February and gaining momentum, the American Association of AgLabor Providers aims to level up the professionalism of farm labor contractors.
High production numbers were prompted by favorable weather conditions, an improved fruit set and adoption of new agricultural technologies and management practices.
Spare a thought for the humble bag or clamshell, because a lot of thought goes into fresh produce packaging. And now, more money will too.
The Michigan farm specializes in non-GMO root vegetables such as turnips, celery root, carrots and red beets and offers several squash varieties in the fall and winter.
The White House said on Monday to not expect public release of the Make America Healthy Again policy recommendations on Aug. 12
Speaking at a webinar, he advocated for policy reforms to curb ultraprocessed foods and corporate influence, insisting that healthy choices must become the default option for Americans.
Kroger and C&S Wholesale Grocers have reached a confidential settlement to end litigation over a disputed $125 million termination fee tied to the failed Kroger-Albertsons merger.
The New England Produce Council’s 25th Produce, Floral & Foodservice Expo, set for Aug. 18-19, is expected to bring together about 1,000 attendees including retail, foodservice and wholesale buyers.
Unusually strong ocean swells created a chokepoint for tropical fruit exporters at Costa Rica’s most important Pacific port, and retailers can expect schedule disruptions and reduced supplies in the coming weeks, says Fresh Del Monte’s Raul Saca.
While those in the fresh produce industry understand the ins and outs of the H-2A guest worker program, some misunderstanding still lingers among the general public.
The New Jersey-based retailer-owned grocery cooperative to acquire all Morton Williams store locations in New York City metro area.
A crop-protection startup is using AI and machine learning to identify and develop new active ingredients it says will help farmers solve issues like weed resistance faster and more economically.
Fresh Del Monte is warning such a shortage is on the horizon, with shifting climate patterns and disease pressures resulting in diminished supplies in key growing regions like Costa Rica, where production is down 23%.
Letting go of these ideas can help farm leaders adopt a more thoughtful, flexible approach that strengthens their operation and empowers their team.
Here’s what distributors are saying about summer sales and happenings.
The agency officially says this extension does not amend the final rule requirements but allows all stakeholders to fully prepare for implementation.
The Fertilizer Institute honored the collaborations as part of its nutrient management commitment program.
Once designated as necessary labor during the pandemic, farmworkers insist their contributions are still critical despite some changing views.
The company says completion of this sale represents an important strategic milestone for the group that will allow concentration of efforts and investments on core business activities.
Celebrating National Farmers Market Week, the Great American Farmers Market is a week-long celebration of food, family and farming that kicked off Aug. 3 with live music, farm-fresh eats and fun for all ages.
During the recent Aneberries trade fair, Hortifrut’s CEO shared the vertically integrated company’s vision for the category.
All stakeholders, including USDA employees and ag and nutrition stakeholders, can submit feedback through Aug. 26.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says Doehler Dry Ingredient Solutions has recalled its Member’s Mark Freeze Dried Fruit Variety Pack due to the potential for contamination with Listeria.
While the Third Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the Department of Labor’s administrative system for enforcing fines is unconstitutional, that doesn’t stop the department from pursuing H-2A penalties.
Denver Urban Gardens empowers communities across the city to grow their own food, foster connections and build healthier, more resilient neighborhoods.
The Senate Ag Committee held a hearing on Wednesday to get more details about its plan to relocate 2,600 employees from Washington, D.C., to five regional hubs to achieve $4 billion in savings.
The extension, which avoids a 30% tariff on most Mexican non-automotive and non-metal goods compliant with the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement on trade, came after a Thursday morning call between Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum.
The upcoming forums in Arizona and Texas are set to feature updates about area projects and include a public comment period.
Most of the commenters at the EPA’s listening session on CWA’s Section 401 said no change is needed to the current implementation.
The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council has launched “Blueberries Go Big,” a new marketing campaign that it says evokes an emotional connection to the fruit.