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The vertically integrated global superfruit platform has entered the premium cherry market with the launch of Agrovision Chile.
The Desoto, Texas, company satisfied a reparation order issued under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act.
The company says the free calendars are designed to assist professionals working in fresh food, beverage or floral.
USDA reports that total U.S. tomato imports of Mexican tomatoes totaled $2.7 billion in 2023, up from $2.47 billion in 2022.
BDA/Dorot Farm said supplies look good as it readies to launch its new crop for the upcoming North American season.
Working group to looks at government and retail packaging requirements
The celery brand is highlighting healthy gameday snacking, while offering Dandy celery consumers the chance to win a $1,000 grand prize and weekly chances to win $100, through Feb. 7.
The event will be held April 8-10 at the Palais des Congrès in Montreal.
The California-based company said it has automated tropical fruit, citrus and onions packing lines.
The newly formed company will operate under the Creekside Organics Inc. name, and the Fruit World label will be one of the company’s flagship brands.
Treasury Secretary nominee Scott Bessent outlined a three-pronged approach to tariffs during his Senate testimony this week, including targeted tariffs, general tariffs as revenue generators and tariffs as a negotiation tool.
The organization representing tart cherry growers said a new FDA report underscores the role of tart cherry and cranberry products in fostering a healthy diet.
Throughout the hearing, Lee Zeldin underscored the importance of protecting the environment without hindering economic development. He stated, “We can, and we must, protect our precious environment without suffocating the economy.”
Sun World International says it will highlight the grapes at the Winter Fancy Food Show in Las Vegas, Jan. 19-21.
The cooperative’s advertising campaign emphasizes the efforts of its family of farms to make Sunkist a household name.
The organizations say this effort will continue expanding access to nutritious foods to improve health outcomes.
Since being confirmed on Feb. 13, Secretary Rollins has been in the Washington D.C., USDA office for a few hours. Most of her time has been spent visiting farmers, ranchers and ag businesses in Kentucky, Kansas and at Top Producer Summit.
Following White House directives, USDA is honoring existing contracts with farmers, releasing approximately $20 million for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP), the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), and the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP).
The former NASA mission specialist and engineer and current CEO of Tierra Luna Engineering will share his inspiring story at the produce expo.
With more than 4,000 hectares of avocados and mangoes combined in Peru, the company says it is leveraging its owned supply to meet spring demand and support customers’ category growth.
A nationwide survey of beekeepers has revealed catastrophic honeybee colony losses across the U.S., with commercial operations reporting an average loss of 62% between June 2024 and February 2025.
The company, founded in 1979, said the updated logo references the tradition of its red potatoes and sustainability, as well as honors its location.
EFI and The Packer will present the award, recognizing and amplifying the contributions of farmworkers. Deadline for nominations is Feb 28.
The Conservation Connector directory allows users to search programs by crop, conservation practice, and geography to help producers and their advisers find relevant local programs.
The brand is partnering with artist Sebastian Curi for “Pop by Nature 2.0,” featuring interactive installations and an AI-powered, limited-edition sticker collection.
With the year starting with slower sales, suppliers on the Ontario Food Terminal are ready for business to pick up.
The Guelph, Ontario-based indoor vertical grower says the funding will help it expand its reach in Canada.
The facility provides more capacity, greater efficiency and added convenience to better serve digital and in-store customers, the company says.
An additional $6 million is expected to help the organization build on gains supported by a previous funding allocation.
As produce business transactions become more and more digital, Greg Gatzke, founder and chairman of ZAG Technical Services, discusses susceptibilities, what to look out for and how to prevent loss.