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Company leaders say the separation will unleash two distinct market leaders that are both farmer-centric, with technology and innovation at their core.
In the heart of California’s Central Valley, generations of farm families are facing a new kind of crisis: what farmers argue is a man-made drought. It’s mounting water regulations that could determine whether the most fertile farmland in the nation survives.
The premium fruit-breeding company says it has achieved another decisive victory in the fight against intellectual property infringement, following years of litigation.
The studies look at the impact of prune consumption on bone health in women between late perimenopause and early post-menopause.
While petitioners allege that Canadian producers export mushrooms into the U.S. at prices below fair value, those opposed to the measure say this stifles healthy competition and will drive up mushroom prices.
Agriculture Secretary Rollins previously said USDA is examining high fertilizer costs and exploring options for farmer relief.
The California Department of Food and Agriculture has added the Riverside area of Riverside County to its quarantine to prevent the spread of huanglongbing and the Asian citrus psyllid.
Trinity Fruit Company revealed the brand refresh for its line of specialty citrus, aiming to resonate with all shoppers.
Associated Wholesale Grocers says this strategic move will position the company for future growth and success and fulfill AWG’s mission of providing member retailers with all the tools, products and services they need to compete favorably in all markets served.
The House and Senate Ag Committees are planning to work on language yet this fall on a Farm bill 2.0., but at least one Washington ag lobbyist says he expects it will be difficult to get passed.
Food safety expert Sergio Nieto-Montenegro told the mango industry that they don’t need to panic when it comes to FDA’s Food Traceability Rule.
The carrot processing company expects the first harvest in January, part of its ongoing growth in the southeastern U.S.
Built directly into the Helios AI platform, Helios Horizon, a chat-based analyst, is designed specifically for the complex world of food supply chains.
With a shared belief that “what you put in your body matters,” the global superfruit brand, Chicago Bears quarterback and investment firm 888 Midas have formed a partnership to further fuel the produce company’s growth.
More than 700 racers and spectators are expected to toe the line Oct. 17 at the largest fundraiser for the International Fresh Produce Association’s Foundation for Fresh Produce.
Organizations in the food recovery and food insecurity space say ending this report will mask the lack of investment in SNAP and other programs.
The premium blackberry variety has been awarded the prestigious Superior Taste Award by the International Taste Institute, the company says.
The precision crop management company seeks to both expand into new crops as well as help growers better understand what’s going on with their farms through data.
Unverified workers want documentation, want to ensure their families are protected and want to stay in this country, says Manuel Cunha, president of the Nisei Farmers League.
Halfway through the campaign, which includes a national sweepstakes, the company reports success and projects growing demand for salad kits.
Bill Dodd, a fourth-generation apple grower in Ohio, shares the advantages to growing trees in a high-density system.
Florida’s favorable business conditions have continued to attract companies like the Oxnard, Calif.-based Mission Produce, which recently expanded its operations and distribution to Miami.
While production is up about 18%, this year’s objective measurement report looks to be more a normal figure says Robert Verloop, CEO of the California Walnut Commission.
The table grape industry is facing some challenges, but innovations are out there to meet shifting consumer demand.
The North American Blueberry Council responds to the release of second MAHA report.
Supplying international table grapes to the U.S. comes with some challenges, but innovations in varieties and strategic planning keep the grapes coming.
The state has diligently monitored and scouted for the Asian citrus psyllid and huanglongbing, but a challenge continues with residential citrus, says the president and CEO of California Citrus Mutual.
In the MAHA Report press conference on Sept. 9, Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins said the Farm to School Grants take multiple steps in support of the USDA initiative to put farmers first and to promote healthy choices, healthy families and healthy outcomes.
With backing from OXZ Capital, LocalExpress is pivoting its AI capabilities beyond internal operations. This represents the first investment OXZ Capital has made outside of Asia and the first in the retail technology sector.
The semiannual meeting brings together breeders, product managers and sales representatives to lead the way in developing high-quality, cutting-edge seed varieties.