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The event highlighted collaborative efforts to change behavior among children and families through fresh produce and nutrition education.
Construction is ongoing for a two-story, 5,000-square-foot drivers’ lounge and cafeteria for drivers and employees at the company’s Pennsylvania location.
The company, once one of the largest citrus producers in Florida, said about 3,460 acres of citrus will be managed by a third party through 2026.
The union and employers face a Jan. 15 deadline to avoid a second strike.
Upstream Biotechnology will partner with Bene Seeds to create heirloom tomatoes with excellent shelf life and disease resistance.
Eight member seats are open for terms that will begin in 2026.
GreenLeaf produce will be available to Chefs’ Warehouse clients in more areas of the state.
Researchers used a dietary intake survey from January 2005 to March 2020 and learned that about 40% of all adults consumed below 25% of the recommended fruits.
The distributor says its new name, Grown Up Fresh Produce Co., better aligns with its position as a vertically integrated partner for growers and customers.
The importer and exporter of fresh fruit says it will highlight its sourcing capabilities and expertise in citrus, apples, grapes and cherries.
The organization responded to news reports of unease among farm employees and said it has not heard of widespread workforce disruption.
U.S. farmers and various trade groups are very apprehensive about not only the potential negative impacts of tariffs on the U.S. ag sector, but what they do to garner new trade agreements.
The San Francisco-based company says its Sustainable California initiative will support the Los Angeles area with environmental restoration from the recent catastrophic wildfires and help California farmers improve the efficiency and sustainability of their farming practices.
The board says the potato industry contributes $1.35 billion to the Prince Edward Island economy and that a prolonged trade war will damage the industry and drive up food costs for Americans.
The AI-driven biotechnology platform is designed to improve plants for higher yields, improved nutrition and a more resilient global food and forestry system.
The Nature’s Partner consumer pack clamshells are available in select club stores and grocery retailers in the western U.S.
The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service allocated funds to respond to the threat and prevent the northward spread of the destructive pests.
GrubMarket says the acquisition further strengthens its position in the West Coast market and demonstrates its commitment to expanding its portfolio of offerings for existing customers and supporting local California agriculture.
The company expanded its Busy Bee Farm exhibit at a local children’s museum and capped the milestone with an internal celebration.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump’s pick to lead the Health and Human Services, is scheduled to appear in front of the Senate twice this week for confirmation hearings.
Nimble Farms CEO Gabe Bialkowsi discusses the company’s rebranding, its partnership with Tops Friendly Markets and innovation in the CEA space.
Key initiatives and consumer-focused AI activations will headline the company’s participation at the international trade fair for the produce industry.
The company says it will showcase its optical sorter, packing solutions and sustainable packaging at the Feb. 5-7 event in Berlin.
Along with its grape program, the company offers a variety of produce including hard and soft squash, cucumbers, tomatoes, corn, peppers and watermelons.
Production will begin this fall at KingsOne Farms, established by Cole Mucci, with the greenhouse estimated to produce about 11 million heads of lettuce annually.
Brianna Shales, marketing director for Stemilt Growers, joins LeAnne Ruzzamenti, director of marketing and communication for the Equitable Food Initiative, to share ways to celebrate the vital role of farmworkers.
Organizers say the Walnut Alliance of California was created to promote a profitable marketing environment.
The auction features vertical farming equipment such as pallet structures with built-in conveyors, integrated power and LED lighting, water distribution, filtration and recycling systems, plus packaging equipment and more.
With a diverse portfolio, Wonderful Citrus offers more than 10 varieties including mandarins, seedless lemons, lemons, navels, valencias, cara caras, grapefruit, limes, key limes and minneolas.
The move follows an internal investigation into personal conduct, the company says. Ronald Sargent has been appointed board chairman and interim CEO.