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The additional funding will help specialty crop growers expand agricultural exports to Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean and South and Southeast Asia.
The cross between a Honeycrisp and a cripps pink is expected to reach grocery stores in 2029.
New Dietary Guidelines for Americans call for the substitution of saturated fats with nutrient-dense and unsaturated fats, such as walnuts.
As the Trump administration prepares to return to the White House, these appointments signal a continuation of its previous agricultural policies and priorities, with experienced individuals who have both legal expertise and connections to the farming community.
The Swiss agtech company has added offices in Washington state and broadened its U.S. dealer network.
From tropicals to trendy juice shots to elevated eating experiences and year-round availability, the 2024 New York Produce Show and Conference offered a glimpse into what’s next for fresh produce.
USDA says VIP Marketing Inc. agreed to pay produce sellers listed in a Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act complaint and to pay a civil penalty.
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.