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Zespri says its 2023-24 season financial results have delivered record average per-tray returns to growers across all categories other than Organic SunGold Kiwifruit.
The introduction of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024 in the U.S. House has drawn support from specialty crop leaders and other farm groups.
In-store activities, news segments and retail signage and displays are all part of the commission’s efforts to promote the peak of the state’s avocado production.
From being recognized for its innovation or as an outstanding employer, the company is reflecting on its 35 years of North American production.
California agriculture was hit hard by the 2018-19 trade war with China, and there is increasing support in Congress for further restrictions on trade with China.
CFG Produce Inc. allegedly failed to make payment promptly to six produce sellers in the amount of $505,218 from September 2022 through February 2023, according to the USDA.
Funding is expected to help expand export opportunities beyond traditional markets and into Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean.
The California Strawberry Commission celebrated its role as an official partner of the 38th annual California Strawberry Festival, where over 50,000 attendees enjoyed strawberries, educational activities, and events.
The National Council of Agricultural Employers says it will host a special listening session in June to explore and enhance educational opportunities for migrant farmworkers and their families.
As part of a strategic restructure to enable sustained growth, AFM has promoted Stephanie Bazan to SVP, commercial strategy and execution, and Stephanie Browder to director, sales and marketing, foodservice.
A new report from the Oxnard, Calif.-based company highlights its commitment to a more a sustainable future across its sustainability pillars of people, product and planet.
The Cal Poly Strawberry Center plays an active role in strawberry industry research, most recently delivering 23 presentations or posters at the 10th North American Strawberry Symposium held in San Luis Obispo in March.
Established in June 1978, the Michigan Asparagus Industry Development Program was designed to improve the economic position of Michigan asparagus growers by supporting research and market development efforts.
Dole Food Co.’s nine-month empowered living initiative inspired by the Marvel Cinematic Universe honored at the 2023 World Food Innovation Awards.
As food costs continue to rise, consumers are tightening their belts and forgoing convenience in favor of savings — especially when it comes to online delivery and pickup, a new survey finds.
What’s the secret to greenhouse grower Little Leaf Farms’ success? To find out, The Packer recently spoke with founder and CEO Paul Sellew.
In 2022, U.S. potato exports reached a record $2.1 billion in sales, according to Denver-based Potatoes USA, citing Trade Data Monitor.
Canadian produce leader Sam Silvestro has been named the 2023 Canadian Produce Marketing Association Lifetime Achievement Award recipient.
NatureSweet has alleged its Cherubs brand has been copied, creating consumer confusion in the small tomato category.
Retail opportunities include in-store, digital and social media marketing components. At foodservice, key messages focus on educating and inspiring foodservice decision-makers.
The global cold chain market is projected to grow at an annual growth rate of 9%, according to a report by MarketsandMarkets.
Share-ify, an Orlando, Fla.-based cloud platform for corporate compliance, food safety and quality assurance, has introduced Ver-ify, a solution for companies in the food chain requiring inspections.
As climate change presents farmers with serious challenges in the field, from prolonged drought periods to heat waves, the greenhouse produce business is booming.
Fresh Del Monte has partnered with Inteligistics to use its cloud-based technology to track and link quality data, transportation, storage conditions and shipping information from its avocado packing facility in Mexico.
The automated facility, with 1.7 hectares of roof space, is expected to pack more than 125 million kilograms of apples per season — twice the volume of apples currently packed — once construction is complete.
The agribusiness and sustainable food investor has added Organicgirl salad company to its portfolio of investments that include Blazer Wilkinson Gee, Laurel AG & Water, Pacific Trellis Fruit and Royal Ridge Fruits.
From farm to table, immigrant workers get the job done. At least for now. That was the theme of a May 31 Senate Judiciary Committee hearing where lawmakers heard impassioned testimony from growers and worker advocates.
The Arkansas Department of Agriculture’s Arkansas Grown program has a lot on its plate this summer, with plans for an advertising campaign and farmers market week, while preparing for its annual expo.
To learn how the late start to this year’s domestic produce season might impact transportation costs and availability, The Packer recently spoke with Dean Croke, principal analyst for DAT Freight & Analytics.
Yakima, Wash.-based FirstFruits Farms, in conjunction with Opal Apple, has announced the recipients of the Opal Youth Make A Difference Grant.