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Known for Honeycrisp and SweeTango, the university’s new Superior Fruit Innovations program helps growers access new genetics like Super Snap and Big Flirt without the restrictions of traditional club models.
Both groups see sustainable produce packaging as important to the overall sustainability of their lives and businesses respectively.
Almost two years ago, then-new CEO Bill Anderson said it was his goal to have the legal liabilities “under control” by 2026.
Organic fair trade bananas will be available in Save-On-Foods, PriceSmart Foods, Urban Fare, Buy-Low Foods, Quality Foods and Nesters Market.
Target has named Cara Sylvester as chief merchandising officer and Lisa Roath as chief operating officer, part of an overhaul aimed at streamlining operations.
Industry veteran Kim White will lead global operations and strategic partnerships as the ag tech firm transitions from research.
NCAE President John Hollay reports a change in how legislators and federal agencies view H-2A reform, pivoting toward a collaborative approach to protect the U.S. food economy.
The Los Angeles-based company has appointed its current president, Tim Riley, president and CEO. Giumarra has also named Anthony Stallings as chief financial officer.
USDA says it will provide $1 billion in assistance for specialty crops, sugar and commodities not covered through the previously announced Farmer Bridge Assistance program, but with $500 million in losses to just russet potatoes alone, the figure falls well short of the full funding needed.
Aldi’s disciplined value model shows how clear positioning, tight assortments and affordable staples can help shoppers reach 30 plants a week without overspending.
The family-owned company that provides ethylene application systems for fruit ripening recently shared its worldwide expansion strategy and offered an advance look at its soon-to-be-released digital control and remote monitoring for fruit ripening operations worldwide.
Putting off letting go of the wrong employee often makes problems harder to fix later.
A Circana webinar details that even as economic strain modifies grocery behavior, produce remains a cross-income staple, with value-driven households fueling much of the category’s recent growth.
I Love Produce expands its specialty produce platform with the acquisitions of Garlic King and Canada Garlic, strengthening operations, leadership and long-term growth under its “Growing Together” philosophy.
A panel at the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture’s 2026 Winter Policy Conference highlights the vital role of women in agriculture and calling for stronger leadership, visibility and supportive policy initiatives.
The Packer sat down with the International Fresh Produce Association team to learn how the organization supports its members locally and connects them globally — all with the aim of increasing fresh produce consumption.
Fresh Del Monte recently showed retailers how an AI-powered robot can help inspire produce gift-giving for the holiday as well as every day, based on trials at three Chicago-area Jewel stores.
Recognized as a Top Retail Expert for 2026, Marc Oshima shares how differentiation, trust and smarter retail alignment can help produce departments drive relevance and consumption.
U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján introduces the Stop Price Gouging in Grocery Stores Act. State lawmakers across the country are working to protect family grocery bills and ban electronic shelf labels.
The removal of categorical exclusions sets a dangerous precedent that will force interstate shippers to navigate a maze of new fees and safety hurdles.
With the boxing legend declaring “processed food kills” and federal leaders pledging to redirect billions in nutrition dollars, the rollout delivered a forceful message in favor of fresh produce and whole proteins.
Consumer definitions of what sustainability means are wide-ranging and challenging, but companies today are trying to meet those demands while also looking forward to the future.
Mariana Solorio, director of food safety and quality assurance for Bonipak Produce, will support the adaptation of GlobalG.A.P. standards in the U.S.
Last year, tariffs threatened to disrupt a growth trajectory for fair trade produce, but 2025 was still a win, says Rob Desson, senior business partnerships manager for fresh produce at Fairtrade America.
Senior attorney Francine Miller outlines how resolving heirs’ property disputes and increasing access to capital are essential steps in building a stable, commercial urban agriculture sector.
The rollout includes nearly 200 stores in California and Nevada, while Upside says its national platform reaches more than 35 million consumers.
New Farm Journal research explores six keys highlighting consolidation risk, regional divides and expansion sweet spots in a shifting landscape that prioritizes integrity and a tech mindset.
This Wisconsin farm has turned vertical integration into a blueprint for growth by controlling every stage of production, from growing to packing and national distribution, for millions of pounds of potatoes, pumpkins and produce annually.
While inflation remains above the Federal Reserve’s target of 2%, the outgoing president and CEO favors a pause on interest-rate reductions while noting AI’s potential to shift labor needs
Known for his messages of resilience and adaptability, Pinke will serve as the 2026 keynote speaker at the Viva Fresh Expo.