Industry
The Newark, Del.-based third-party logistics arm of grower, marketer and distributor Oppy is celebrating three decades delivering goods from around the world to its retail and foodservice partners.
The increase comes at at time when industry leaders have been seeking grower relief from high farm wage rates.
The company is offering the item in honor of National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day on Dec. 16.
With mushrooms nearing the end of a year-long reign as the 2022 “Ingredient of the Year,” as forecasted by The New York Times, the Mushroom Council explored how consumers have used the vegetable this year.
The USDA has extended the deadline to Jan. 6, 2023, for submission of the Regional Food Business Centers Request for Applications (RFA).
Unique flavors in table grapes and low-chill cherries are some of the trends International Fruit Genetics predicts for 2023.
Arable partnered with Alpine Pacific Capital to acquire Fresh Innovations in March 2018 and the assets of Farmington Fresh in June 2018.
The I Love Produce team recently inspected the new crop garlic coming into the harvest season in Mendoza, Argentina and got a dose of the World Cup and soccer culture to boot.
The potato industry is set to gather for a star-studded event in Denver, where attendees can learn about the newest technology, methods and research during National Potato Council’s Potato Expo, Jan. 4-5.
Chicago-based Anthony Marano Co. continues to put out its own industry publication called Sourced, said CEO Anton Marano.
The Ruby Co., Buffalo Grove, Ill., remains in growth mode, said Josh Wolff, director of growth and strategy.
Family-owned wholesale produce business Kegel’s Produce of Lancaster, Pa., is celebrating its 75th year of providing fresh fruit and produce to its customers across Pennsylvania and surrounding states.
The Wenatchee, Wash.-based grower-packer-shipper of tree fruit provided gifts for 131 children who are under the care of the Washington State Department of Youth and Family Services and K Connections.
Calling the failure of the Affordable and Secure Food Act to pass the Senate a “bitter pill to swallow,” industry organizations have responded with disappointment and a pledge to continue to pursue reforms.
Glenn Miller’s retirement follows 43 years of service to the Santa Paula, Calif.-based agricultural cooperative.
The Murrieta, Calif.-based company donated avocados that will be distributed to 33,600 families throughout South Texas.
The New York City-based nonprofit is powered by a “network of neighbors helping neighbors” to get fresh food to those who need it most.
AJ Wholesale Produce has been awarded a contract to supply fresh fruits and vegetables to schools and reservations.
The USDA has imposed sanctions on one Oregon produce business for failing to meet contractual obligations to the seller of produce under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act, according to a news release.
After several years of negotiations, the first shipment of fresh mangoes from Colombia has arrived in the U.S.
The marketing firm will assist with sales of exhibits, sponsorships, registration and promotions for the conference, set for March 9, 2023.
This Global Organic Produce Expo has a lot of good business opportunities on its agenda — ways to connect and learn that can reel in big benefits for your company. Also, there’s so much fun stuffed in between.
More than two years after the introduction of COVID-19 to America, consumers remain eager to eat foods that help their bodies avoid sickness from that virus and others.
Held at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Aurora, Colo., Jan. 4-5, the National Potato Council event was the largest of its kind outside of Las Vegas, NPC CEO Kam Quarles said.
Local Bounti is aiming to expand national distribution footprint and reduce food miles with new construction in Texas.
The integrated citrus company is purchasing Vero Beach, Fla.-based J&J Fresh Produce assets, which includes 1,000 acres of farmland and a 185,000-square-foot cold storage and packaging facility.
The Packer’s sixth annual Global Organic Produce Expo is set to take place Jan. 30-Feb. 1 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla.
The Packer and PMG talk GOPEX with Chris Miller, director of produce for MOM’s Organic Market; Chris Veillon, chief marketing officer of Pure Flavor; and The Lemon Bowl Blog’s Liz Della Croce.
USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service is organizing the meeting, which is open to the public, according to a news release.
Juan Carlos Cruz Castro had contested an initial determination that he was responsibly connected to The Great Produce LLC.