Produce Crops
USDA data shows 376 pounds per capita availability of vegetables for 2024, the lowest in 35 years, but fresh vegetables make up the largest subgroup and has increased over time.
The milestone marks a significant step in expanding international markets for Georgia’s signature fruit and highlights the success of recent trade and technology efforts.
In celebration of Independence Day, Sunkist says it is offering a limited-edition 8-pound combo bag for valencia oranges.
The new quarantine includes 23 areas of commercial cherry production in Onondaga, Oswego and Seneca Counties in New York.
While Hatch chile season might steal the spotlight this summer, Hatch sweet onions are giving fans a delicious reason to celebrate early.
As a fourth-generation farmer, Brooks is reimagining her family’s legacy with Ruby’s Happy Farm, an agritourism center where flowers, food and cultural education abound.
Fifth-generation farmer Lawton Pearson is blending tradition with innovation to preserve and strengthen Georgia’s iconic peach and pecan farm for future generations.
Climate, proximity to the Great Lakes and its interdependence of specialty crop industries help power the state’s ag success.
Local connections and relationships are helping new and old growers alike expand operations.
Good weather has brought good volume, which means ample opportunity for strong sales this season, a Honeybear Brands excecutive said.
The Hass Avocado Board’s ‘2024 Year in Review’ report highlights trends worth watching and optimism about future production.
Last season, Melissa’s melon sales experienced a 73% sales lift, fueled by increased shopper demand for varietals that go beyond the basics, the company says.
Significant production increases are seen in the initial forecast for the coming season, especially for mandarins.
From California to Chile, companies share insights on this year’s supplies and quality.
Growers are optimistic about blueberries and peaches, and that excitement is also shared for the state’s other fruits and vegetables.
Promotable volumes from Orchard View Cherries are expected to begin in the last week of June and continue through the season.
Field cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers and distributed at Bedner’s Farm Fresh Market and by Fresh Start Produce Sales have been recalled due to potential salmonella contamination.
The companies combine forces as the vertically integrated tree fruit platform, Legendary Fruit Company.
Good growing conditions this spring have set up an almost perfect cherry crop in the Pacific Northwest, marketers say.
The Watsonville, Calif.-based berry grower filed a protective appeal that challenges a recent summary judgment ruling and said this appeal helps protect its intellectual property.
A partnership with Kiss Melons is only a part of what Legend Produce hopes to do by growing demand for high-flavor melon varieties.
The fruit import-export company reviews global supply outlooks, including the impact of U.S. tariffs.
As part of the project, D&H will implement an innovative indoor packing and cooling facility, specifically designed for clamshell, bi-color and tri-color packaging.
Fresh holdings totaled 52.3 million, which is still 19% higher than the five-year average.
Different regions will keep fresh California strawberries available through the end of July, the company said.
Earlier this spring, Bayer leadership confirmed it’s engaging in the multifront approach to limit its legal liabilities as the only domestic manufacturer of glyphosate.
While the company’s purple artichoke season has concluded until next winter, it expects steady volumes of globe artichokes over the next couple weeks.
With shipments underway, growers are touting raspberry and blackberry quality.
The New Jersey Department of Agriculture program seeks to capitalize on traffic — on roads and online.
The FDA said Ray and Mascari recalled its four-count of vine-ripened tomatoes due to a potential Salmonella contamination.