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The USDA is asking for offers from produce distributors to sell fresh apples and pears to the agency for use in school lunches and other feeding programs.
A federal grand jury indicted a Mansfield, Texas, man in December for allegedly submitting false inspection reports in exchange for bribe payments.
With California, Florida and Texas crops in full swing, January is the best time of year to promote citrus, say the Massachusetts-based companies.
Inflation was less of a worry for U.S. farmers in December, a new survey says.
BERLIN — International Fresh Produce Association’s annual Executive Leadership Summit, held one day prior to Fruit Logistica, welcomed more than 120 executive leaders from 24 countries.
The three-day event has a focus on collaboration and networking; UnitedAg said the event’s attendance will include over 300 representatives from member organizations, partners and other influential ag leaders.
Within the broad horticultural products group, fresh fruits and vegetables imports are forecast to grow at a relatively strong annual rate of 2.1% over the decade, the USDA said in its long-term trade projection.
BERLIN — From new tech to new tastes and so much more, innovation filled the aisles at the recent Fruit Logistica, held Feb. 7-9 at Messe Berlin.
For a sixth straight month, the overall Rural Mainstreet Index sank below growth neutral, according to the February survey of bank CEOs in rural areas of a 10-state region dependent on agriculture and/or energy.
The Los Angeles-based producer and year-round supplier of premium superfruits has signed an agreement to introduce large-scale farming operations in the Yunnan province of China.
Do you know someone who is advancing the Canadian produce industry, creating change and giving a voice to the underrepresented in fresh produce? The Packer wants to hear from you. Deadline for nominations is March 18.
The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas recently hosted Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs at its headquarters for a roundtable discussion.
Concerns about inflation have shifted Rabobank’s forecast of the first Federal Reserve rate cut this year from June to September, with the number of cuts projected to decrease.
Sens. Laphonza Butler, D-Calif., and Susan Collins, R-Maine, have introduced the Specialty Crops Security Act, which would give industry stakeholders more opportunity for input on specialty crop block grants.
With the Canadian Produce Marketing Association Convention and Trade Show underway, Chiquita says it is spotlighting the “Chiquita Difference” through its vibrant presence within the Canadian market.
The Kingsville, Ontario-based greenhouse grower says Bahama Bombs are a bright orange grape tomato on-the-vine that boasts a sweet flavor and vibrant tropical hue.
The grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce is poised to welcome the industry on its home turf of Vancouver, British Columbia, at the CPMA Convention and Trade Show, April 23-25.
Cincinnati-based packaging machine supplier ProMach says it has acquired Etiflex, a producer of pressure-sensitive and RFID labels.
The year-round supplier of russet, red and yellow commodity and baby potatoes will showcase its offerings at the April 23-25 event in Vancouver, British Columbia.
The Mushroom Council is highlighting multiple ways families can incorporate fresh mushrooms and other WIC foods into daily meal plans.
In his State of the Fresh Produce Industry address, Ron Lemaire talked about the current political climate, the need for global sustainability goals and the need to focus on the consumer.
Index Fresh’s avocado production and packing were the highlights of this farm tour as part of the West Coast Produce Expo.
Video: Come along for The Packer’s virtual booth visits from the West Coast Produce Expo.
SPS and West Coast Produce Expo 2024 offered three dynamic days of education and inspiration, golf, pickleball, farm tours, endless networking opportunities and an expo floor that featured nearly 200 exhibitors.
The USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service says up to $5 million in grants is available to help the specialty crop industry develop solutions to emerging overseas packaging and labeling regulatory requirements.
Sustainable Produce Summit panelists discussed how factors like climate, resource efficiency and consumer demands are influencing seed cultivation and fruit breeding, as well as the future of produce production.
Ahold Delhaize USA CEO JJ Fleeman said that over 190 stores have been remodeled with customer-focused upgrades, leading to better performance compared to non-remodeled stores.
The Kingsville, Ontario-based, second-generation CEA fruit and vegetable grower says it is scaling operations to meet growing demand for its products on the West Coast, working in partnership with Cox Farms.
Starts to seasons, new marketing opportunities and displays, and growing produce segments were among the highlights of exhibitors’ booths at the 2024 West Coast Produce Expo.
The “Retail Fireside Chat” keynote will explore topics such as organic program evolution, consumer preferences and the impact of technology on operations, July 11 during Organic Produce Summit 2024.