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National Watermelon Promotion Board has released the findings of a new study, which it says demonstrates a “significant positive impact of the NWPB’s activities” on the demand for watermelon.
As Apeel’s first fully integrated lemon supplier in the U.S., Limoneira will significantly expand availability of Apeel-protected lemons domestically and internationally.
A quality crop is expected despite earlier weather woes, though sizing could be affected in some cases.
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says that the USDA is taking steps as part of its commitment to strengthen the market for domestically grown organic goods.
This year’s West Coast Produce Expo features a keynote presentation from NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Steve Young, educational sessions, networking opportunities, farm tours and a multitude of worthwhile diversions.
Miami-based Fresh Del Monte Inc. and plant-based food supplier Vertage Inc. have announced a strategic partnership.
Agtech veteran David Lee, whose previous roles include president of indoor farming company AppHarvest, will now lead Lockhart, Texas-based Inevitable Tech.
Fort Lauderdale, Fla.-based Chiquita is debuting the all-new Sunburst Gold Pineapple.
The California-based avocado grower-distributor has received three awards from the advertising industry’s largest competition, recognizing the company’s avocado integrated-advertising campaign.
After a down crop year in 2022, Yakima, Wash.-based Sage Fruit Co. is looking forward to rebounding with a large cherry crop volume in 2023.
The company says Conscious Greens — field-grown greens that eat like lettuce — were developed with technology using CRISPR, a gene-editing technique used to make changes to the DNA of a plant.
Most notably, the cuts would gut fruit and vegetable benefits by nearly 62%, the association said, substantially decreasing access to nutritious foods for almost 5 million women and kids enrolled in the WIC program.
HAB says the on-demand webinar spotlighting how its U.S. strategy for building demand inspires the industry globally is available on-demand as of May 18.
CMI Orchards’ cherry program offers the largest varietal section of cherries available in the market today, says Rochelle Bohm, vice president of marketing for the Wenatchee, Wash.-based supplier.
Last year’s Washington cherry crop was about 50% of a normal crop, and this year provides the potential to bounce back, says Brianna Shales, marketing director for Stemilt Growers.
Innovation is a key theme in this issue. Read about fresh produce vending machines, live-streaming shoppable videos, actionable data analytics, and watermelons winning on social media — and much more.
Bulk onions account for the vast majority of onion sales in the U.S., but consumer packs continue to gain popularity.
Software solutions provider Procurant has unveiled a voice-enabled rating feature in its Procurant Inspect application.
The California-based grower-shipper will be showcasing new varieties Autumn King, Great Green, Scarlet Royal, Allison, Sweet Globe, Flame, Ivory, Autumn Royal and Kriss grapes at the West Coast Produce Expo on May 20.
Truckload freight volumes declined and national average spot rates for refrigerated loads fell for the fourth consecutive month in April, according to DAT Freight & Analytics.
Fyffes says the new facility’s design minimizes bruising to the fruit, increases packaging capacity through multiple processing lines, reduces water consumption by up to 40% and improves occupational health.
Carter, a 25-year veteran in the potato industry and CEO and co-owner of Bushmans’ Inc., has contributed his expertise to the Potatoes USA board of directors for a decade.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a state immigration law imposing new requirements on many employers and adding penalties for those employing undocumented workers.
Beyond seasonal: “Southern Hemisphere produce enables consumers to enjoy the great taste and health benefits of citrus throughout the summer and into the fall,” said Karen Brux of the Chilean Fresh Fruit Association.
Chapdelaine, the president of berry operations at Star Produce, has worked in the industry for more than 25 years. He will lead the Canadian Produce Marketing Association board of directors through 2024.
Sustainability is a big deal for U.S. citrus grower-shippers, many of whom have gone to great lengths to ensure their operations are environmentally friendly.
Vertical farming brand Square Roots is opening its fourth farm on June 6.
Consumers living near dollar stores could fuel expanded grocery selection in those outlets, a new report says.
The Cincinnati-based grocer has been named a 2023 SEAL Business Sustainability Awards winner in the Environmental Initiatives category.
Tech-enabled traceability is going to play a big role in better protecting the U.S. food supply, according to a new 27-page special report by the Chicago-based Institute of Food Technologists.