Industry
The program delivers a range of information and experience in a variety of field and classroom locations, as well as networking opportunities, for a group of 18 produce professionals.
The dynamic global produce community convened at Fruit Logistica 2025 with the collective goal of future proofing the fresh produce industry, driving sustainability and increasing consumption.
The interactive webinar, titled “ICE, ICE Maybe?” will offer attendees actionable steps to take to prepare for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Department of Homeland Security actions.
Representing the International Fresh Produce Association, where he is a board member and chair of the U.S. Government Relations Council, Bret Erickson is set to testify before the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry on Feb. 26.
The organization says it will add components to the Ethical Charter Implementation Program with the support of the funding.
A recent marketing summit hosted by the council allowed industry members to collaborate, share insights and discuss strategies to drive fresh mushroom demand.
The Ontario-based company says it has added West Coast distribution with Alberta-based Sunfresh Farms, becoming the largest grower-packer-distributor of root vegetables in Canada.
The company first made the list in 2019 and has continued to make steady growth.
Tom Stenzel, CEA Alliance executive director, will moderate a discussion on the challenges and opportunities in controlled environment agriculture.
The Kingsville, Ontario-based company says it took home four PAC Global Awards for its branding.
The company says it received rankings in the categories for fresh berries, fresh fruit and salad kits.
Using sustainable and organic growing practices, Del Bosque Farms delivers common and specialty melon varieties to a growing consumer base.
President Trump’s focus on mass deportation is creating a sense of nervousness that hasn’t been felt since the Obama Administration. Yet, the bigger concern is a H-2A system that’s become too costly for many farmers to use.
Rollins’ confirmation was expected, as the Senate maintains its quick pace of confirming President Trump’s key cabinet positions.
From IFPA to the CEA Alliance to the NPC, the fresh produce industry is eager to collaborate with Brooke Rollins.
The coveted award is presented to an individual who has excelled in all facets of their career in the past year, including business success, fostering relationships in the produce industry and giving back to the community.
Fruit Logistica 2025 brought together fresh produce industry professionals from around the globe to the Berlin Messe, where over 2,600 exhibitors from more than 90 countries featured the latest innovations in fresh produce.
The Hart, Mich.-based asparagus grower-packer-shipper says it will also dedicate its investments in expanding sales programs for other Michigan asparagus growers, as well as its own programs.
These customized levies, expected to be finalized by April, are designed to rebalance trade relationships and target unfair practices, including subsidies, regulations, and exchange rate manipulation.
The annual global fruit and vegetable trade show in Berlin featured an array of out-of-this-world fresh produce, including some exciting offerings in grapes and berries.
Innovation was everywhere at Fruit Logistica 2025, including the latest solutions for grower-packer-shippers from BeeHero, Apeel and Clarifresh.
Along with supporting the induction of Florida grower Raymon J. Land Sr., the company will also showcase two of its firm-flesh watermelon varieties.
The private food e-commerce company says has acquired foodservice distributor Bay Cities Produce.
The grocery delivery and pickup service recently unveiled a list of 75 of its top-growing brands.
The $14 million campus features specialized labs and research areas, 150 acres of test vineyards, 25,000 square feet of greenhouses and more — all designed to elevate natural fruit breeding.
A shifting customer base, rampant consolidation and a new role for produce salesmen are some changes observed or predicted by distributors at the Bronx, N.Y., mainstay.
The National Potato Council’s recent Potato Expo 2025 drew more than 2,000 attendees and over 200 exhibitors, making it the second-biggest potato event in the expo’s 17-year history.
Part of its “ambitious and rapid” expansion, the indoor grower has opened its first greenhouse in Lorena, Texas, the second of three regional hubs it plans to open in 2024.
The program, announced in November, is designed to help fresh produce growers manage higher costs and expand markets.
SL Produce announces ambitious expansion and investment plans for 2025 to coincide with high-volume new season vegetable crop.