Industry
Florida growers have not been spared the string of COVID-19-related disruptions. No one has. The biggest issues were supply chain clogs, labor and truck shortages, and the costs that come with such shortages.
North American agricultural employers may have a leg up on their competitors if they follow principles revealed in a study by the Equitable Food Initiative.
A new study says high consumption of vegetables alone won’t help prevent heart disease in adults who are deficient in physical activity and other lifestyle factors.
With global economic growth projected to average 3.1% annually from 2022 to 2031, the USDA is predicting a solid foundation for growth in U.S. fruit and vegetable imports in the next decade.
The USDA has filed an administrative complaint against J & J Distributing Company for alleged violations of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA).
February is a good time for retailers to show their love for potatoes.
The Hass Avocado Board launches new studies, webinars and programs designed to help boost sales and drive consumption.
Sales and marketing manager, Andrea Scroggs, sits down with Matthew Gideon about the state of the onion market today and the outlook of Keystone’s current Mexico onion and upcoming Texas onion seasons.
Local Bounti Corporation, a U.S. indoor agriculture company, announced that it will acquire indoor farming company Hollandia Produce Group, Inc., which operates under the name Pete’s, for $122.5 million.
Leamington, Ontario-based Great Lakes Greenhouses knows the business of cucumbers.
The USDA is seeking comments on the effect of retail concentration and retailers’ practices on the conditions of competition in the food industry.
Calling 2021 a “transformational” year, Dublin-based Dole Plc reported its first quarterly and full-year results for the fiscal year ending Dec. 31 after its merger with Total Produce Plc last year.
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said the USDA aims to leverage all of its assets to support progress towards healthier eating patterns in an equitable way.
Grant applications are due May 3 for the USDA’s Specialty Crop Block Grant Program.
The U.S. Department of Labor is continuing its multiyear education and enforcement initiative to increase compliance with federal labor laws in the Southeast’s agricultural industry, according to a news release.
For attendees looking for an alternative to golf, the inaugural Viva Fresh Winery Tour in Grapevine, Texas, is slated to take place on April 21 during this year’s Viva Fresh Expo.
NEW YORK — Hunts Point Produce Market will get the funding long needed to update its aging infrastructure —$100 million for the market and $40 million for the surrounding south Bronx neighborhood.
Ganaz launched its Ganaz MasterCard payroll card, enabling employers and workers in the agriculture and food processing industries to finally move to digital payments as most other industries have done.
In anticipation of spring’s return, Chiquita is celebrating through an all-new collaboration with Italian artist Michela Picchi to makeover its iconic blue sticker with a vibrant twist.
Bringing quality import apples and pears from the world’s sought-after production regions, a leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce sets out to deliver a fresh crop to the North American market.
It’s “back to basics” this year for the Canadian Produce Marketing Association’s 96th annual convention and trade show, set for April 5-7 at the Palais des Congres in Montreal, Quebec.
Much like St. Patrick’s Day, WCPE is widely known for its lively networking and all-around good cheer. We’re counting down the many instances of green that attendees will experience.
More than 200 industry professionals celebrated the impact of Healthy Family Project’s cause marketing programs at the annual Healthy Family Project reception at the Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Exposure.
Sakata Seed America announced a new, permanent Lettuce Distribution Facility and appointed a new Lettuce Product Manager, all within the past few weeks.
There’s an urgent need to set the record straight on the nutritional value of white tubers. This and other hot topics were part of Potatoes USA’s recent annual meeting in Denver, Colo.
Check out another slideshow from the 2022 SEPC Southern Exposure show.
Featuring the theme, “The Marvel of Produce,” the Southeast Produce Council recently wrapped its 2022 Southern Exposure tradeshow and conference.
Grant applications are due in May for two USDA programs that promote local food.
Irvine, Cali.-based UnitedAg has recently announced the appointment of five new directors in both California and Arizona, as well as the appointment of its first female board chair, Veronica Urzua-Alvero.
Calavo Growers, Inc. has announced plans to reorganize its business to execute Project Uno integration efforts and better serve customers while improving efficiencies and cost savings, according to a news release.