Industry
Gov. Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency for eight counties as a series of winter storms began impacting much of the state with high winds, damaging rain and heavy snowfall.
The Canadian Produce Marketing Association Convention and Trade Show returns to western Canada this year with a focus on sustainability, networking and the strength of the country’s domestic market.
The enterprise solution applies artificial intelligence to assist food wholesalers, distributors and shippers in managing their operations and making business decisions.
The California Avocado Commission’s new marketing program aims to take consumers inside the groves, multi-generational families and deep roots behind the Golden State’s avocado industry.
In this podcast episode, Advanced Agriscience’s Collin Juurakko shares interesting discoveries he’s made about how frost crystals form and how that led to a potential solution for tree-fruit growers across the globe.
The USDA says a Los Angeles-based company has satisfied a $31,200 reparation order issued under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act involving unpaid produce transactions.
The San Jose, Calif.-based IT consulting firm specializing in information technology, cybersecurity and data analytics said this new service helps growers and shippers understand cybersecurity risks ahead of harvest.
The agency says the herbicide used for broccoli, Brussel sprouts, cabbage and onions presents significant health risks to applicators.
The company says the acquisition will expand its postharvest portfolio and that it plans to collaborate with Valent BioSciences to develop future products to boost produce freshness.
Ski-cross athlete Emeline Bennett will share food tips, highlights and more through Oppy’s social media channels.
Following Department of Justice concerns about competition in the packaged salad market, the companies have abandoned the proposed $308 million deal.
Fresh Del Monte is among the honorees on the Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2024 list, recognized for a commitment to quality, sustainability and innovation in fresh produce.
A new agri-food employer survey ranked the most necessary skills for all employees and identified areas with the most significant gap for both current employees and new graduate hires.
With about 20 produce exhibitors alone and dozens of other food exhibitors besides, the March 25-26 Associated Wholesale Grocers’ seventh annual Innovation Showcase and Annual Meeting was bigger than ever.
Drew Lerner, senior agricultural meteorologist and president of World Weather, will share his predictions for spring bloom and weather events that might affect production this growing season.
With Mucci Farms and BrightFarms in its growing portfolio, Cox Farms is one of the largest greenhouse operators in North America, harvesting 360 million pounds of produce annually, the company says.
A Florida civil trial jury ruled June 10 in favor of 17 plaintiffs seeking compensation from Chiquita Brands for the deaths of relatives killed by a paramilitary group in Colombia.
Whether it was new products and packaging, enterprise solutions, regional resources or tried and true produce industry supplies, West Coast Produce Expo 2024 had something for everyone.
Stabilizing food prices; supporting sustainability initiatives; and establishing financial protection measures for produce sellers were among the key topics of discussion at CPMA and FVGC’s recent advocacy event.
Sustainable Produce Summit 2024 is a wrap, as are this year’s Best of SPS Marketing Awards. Check out this year’s Best in Packaging, Best in Website, Best in Social Media and Best in B2C Messaging award winners.
The greenhouse industry continues to evolve, and technology, plant health research and food safety are a just a few areas where advancements are progressing rapidly.
Boise, Idaho-based Grasmick Produce Co. Inc. has been awarded a maximum $25.5 million federal contract to supply fresh fruits and vegetables.
The app that connects grocers to consumers to reduce food waste says more than 44 million people experience food insecurity in the U.S. and more than 145 billion meals are thrown away annually.
The Los Angeles-based supplier of superfruits, including The Fruitist brand, has signed an agreement with RipeLocker for its postharvest technology designed to extend the life of high-value crops and perishables.
The study primarily aimed to determine the feasibility and acceptability of a 10-week fruit and vegetable dietary intervention in primary school and the measurement of mental and cognitive health outcomes.
Bloom Fresh’s Building Value Through Grape Varieties survey shows consumer interest for new table-grape varieties and eating experiences.
California Giant Berry Farms is partnering with the California Avocado Commission and the California Walnut Commission for separate giveaways and more touting summer snacking duos that are full of flavor and nutrition.
The company took home recognition for its Hiiros tomatoes, Sweet S’NAPS, bell peppers and cucumbers.
Taylor Farms was recognized as the winner of the 2024 Mindful Awards’ Overall Food Product of the Year award for its Mini Chopped Salad Kits.
The National Watermelon Promotion Board has kicked off its 16th annual Watermelon Retail Merchandising Contest, inviting retail chains, indies and commissaries to compete for over $10,000 in cash and prizes.