Industry
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.
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.