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"Change happens, growth is optional," said CPMA President Ron Lemaire in urging the Canadian fresh produce industry to find growth and opportunities where others see setbacks.

The new multi-year partnership will help provide 630,000 servings of fruits and vegetables to families across the country.

U.S. Democratic Reps. Jimmy Panetta and Salud Carbajal are leading a group of California lawmakers urging the creation and passage of a disaster recovery package in the U.S. House of Representatives.

The injunction, filed April 21, alleges that the secretary of labor’s action in developing the regulation was arbitrary and capricious and an abuse of the agency’s discretion.

To celebrate his birthday and Cinco de Mayo, Dwayne Johnson has partnered with Teremana Tequila to encourage consumers to support local restaurants by picking up the check for guacamole. 

To bolster the 257 million pounds of California avocados estimated for this season, the California Avocado Commission is engaged with "full throttle" marketing support.

Drought pressures plagued the Golden State at the beginning of the year, but an unexpected series of atmospheric rivers this spring that inundated the state with precipitation changed the outlook for water districts.

Randhawa Farms begins the 2023 pepper season with a look back on a decade-long relationship with its Vancouver, British Columbia-based sales and marketing partner. 

Canadian industry associations are calling on members of Parliament to support Bill C-280, which would establish a critical financial protection mechanism — a deemed trust for fresh produce sellers in Canada.

The Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association supports the adoption of the Local Farms and Food Act, which backers claim will help local growers, in the 2023 farm bill.

The International Fresh Produce Association initiated its women’s mentoring program on April 17 at the Women’s Fresh Perspectives Conference in Orlando, Fla.

The USDA has imposed sanctions on Island Fresh De Puerto Rico Inc., Bayamon, Puerto Rico, for violating the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act.

Elite Apple Co. increases Honeybear Brands' current supply of Midwestern regional varieties, giving retailers locally grown Midwest apples in addition to Honeybear Brands' Washington production and imported apples.

The International Fresh Produce Association’s June 7-8 Retail Conference in Chicago will bring plenty of advantages to attendees, organizers say.

Companies were identified in an independent survey based on a sample of approximately 25,000 U.S. residents who rated companies they know on three trust touchpoints: customer trust, investor trust and employee trust.

CAC is encouraging stakeholders to attend its upcoming 2023 annual meetings that will be held in person at three locations during May.

Toner, who served as vice president of political affairs with the International Fresh Produce Association, joins the team leading the event organized by Produce Business in collaboration with Eastern Produce Council.

Nature Fresh Farms is expanding its operations, adding 60,000 square feet to its footprint in Delta, Ohio, with the opening of a new distribution center.

Inteligistics has launched InteliView, a cloud-based, flexible and customizable digital information hub that consolidates data from a variety of sources.

As residents awaited federal disaster assistance for flood recovery, the Grower-Shipper Association of Central California led an effort to provide health care and supplies to a small town.

Jackie Applegate began her journey in 1992 as the only female chemist at a Bayer manufacturing facility in Kansas City, Mo. Since then, she’s held a variety of global roles.

The global cold chain market is projected to grow at an annual growth rate of 9%, according to a report by MarketsandMarkets.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The theme was collaboration as social media marketers and retail dietitians mingled with suppliers and C-suite executives at Produce for Better Health's Consumer Connection Conference.

In 2022, U.S. potato exports reached a record $2.1 billion in sales, according to Denver-based Potatoes USA, citing Trade Data Monitor.

What’s the secret to greenhouse grower Little Leaf Farms' success? To find out, The Packer recently spoke with founder and CEO Paul Sellew.

Retail opportunities include in-store, digital and social media marketing components. At foodservice, key messages focus on educating and inspiring foodservice decision-makers.

NatureSweet has alleged its Cherubs brand has been copied, creating consumer confusion in the small tomato category.

Canadian produce leader Sam Silvestro has been named the 2023 Canadian Produce Marketing Association Lifetime Achievement Award recipient.

Share-ify, an Orlando, Fla.-based cloud platform for corporate compliance, food safety and quality assurance, has introduced Ver-ify, a solution for companies in the food chain requiring inspections.

As food costs continue to rise, consumers are tightening their belts and forgoing convenience in favor of savings — especially when it comes to online delivery and pickup, a new survey finds.

Established in June 1978, the Michigan Asparagus Industry Development Program was designed to improve the economic position of Michigan asparagus growers by supporting research and market development efforts.

The 2023 Canadian Produce Marketing Association Convention and Trade Show, set for April 25-27 in Toronto, will showcase the latest in greenhouse innovation, smarter packaging, fresh produce snacking and much more.

The Cal Poly Strawberry Center plays an active role in strawberry industry research, most recently delivering 23 presentations or posters at the 10th North American Strawberry Symposium held in San Luis Obispo in March.

A new report from the Oxnard, Calif.-based company highlights its commitment to a more a sustainable future across its sustainability pillars of people, product and planet.

Dole Food Co.’s nine-month empowered living initiative inspired by the Marvel Cinematic Universe honored at the 2023 World Food Innovation Awards.

Taylor Farms is reopening its first, original Salinas, Calif., facility, which closed in 2022 due to a devastating fire, in time for the start of the growing season.

In the wake of recent indoor ag bankruptcies, including vertical farmer Kalera and greenhouse grower Lakeside Produce, the CEA grower Little Leaf Farms says it’s on track for a "banner year" in 2023.

As time nears for this year's CPMA Convention and Trade Show on April 25-27, Canadian Produce Marketing Association President Ron Lemaire discusses innovation, AI, supply chains and the Canadian fresh produce industry.

The farmer-owned citrus cooperative is supporting the inaugural April 8 Encore All-Star Games, featuring basketball talent from the Los Angeles region.

The trade show floor at the 2023 Viva Fresh expo was buzzing with new trends, innovative products and featured best-in-class produce from the Lone Star State and beyond.

Premier ProduceOne Inc., Dayton, Ohio, has been awarded a maximum $343.2 million contract to supply fresh fruits and vegetables to military and school customers.

The 2023 showcase of produce grown, shipped and sold in the Southwest U.S. boasted creative education sessions, networking events and a bustling expo.

From an inspiring keynote to a Healthy Living Award presentation, Viva Fresh 2023 celebrated the connection between optimal health and fresh produce.

WOODLAND PARK, N.J. — Amid the white baby grand piano, dozens of chandeliers and a chocolate fountain, members of the Eastern Produce Council met at EPC's John J. Jay McAleavey Annual Gala.

Industry veterans Pat Compres and Maria Bermudez founded the company to provide additional levels of support and expertise to companies trading in fresh produce.

The Board Leadership Development (BOLD) program connected emerging leaders from across the supply chain with experts and resources essential to form a well-rounded understanding of the business.

The 16 new members and 16 reappointed members will guide the organization's efforts to promote and support the potato industry.

Dynapro Transport, a Courchesne Larose Group company specializing in the transport of fruits, vegetables and dry goods, has acquired Quebec-based Transport TEB.

This year’s Viva Fresh Conference was presented by the Texas International Produce Association March 30–April 1 at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center in Grapevine, Texas.

The Mushroom Council’s April promotion for Earth Month features award-winning, seen-on-TV chefs livestreaming on Kittch.com. The 2022 event reached consumers more than 4 million times.