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The Tomatillo Salsa Kit, which offers a convenient solution for creating a flavorful and tangy tomatillo salsa, will be spotlighted at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce and Floral Show in October.
Zespri and shipping partner ANL/CMA CGM have launched a feasibility study for a low-emissions shipping corridor between New Zealand and Belgium.
Paul Rice will transition to a member of an advisory council after 26 years with the organization.
The report from Purdue’s Center for Food Demand Analysis and Sustainability considered food spending, consumer satisfaction and values, support of agricultural and food policies, and trust in information sources.
An approach using artificial intelligence and supercomputers can help measure the amount of greenhouse gas emissions from individual farms at a national scale, according to a new research study.
Two produce industry veterans have been named country sales managers for Brazil, Peru and Chile in a move intended to enhance the company’s presence in those markets.
Equitable Food Initiative will host a webinar on Sept. 11 to highlight the supplier portion of its Learn, Access and Benchmark platform.
The 11th Annual Banana Festival’s theme also highlighted the Port of Hueneme’s commitment to a zero-emission future.
The berry marketer says it recently received its latest audit and certificate with a 100% score on the Module 9: IPM Identifier.
Chiquita said it plans to unveil a new sustainability report and highlight its “Small Change, Big Difference” campaign at Madrid Fruit Attraction 2024.
The Hegins, Pa.-based potato distributor says the 2024 Green Plant of the Year award recognizes its commitment to environmental sustainability, innovation and eco-friendly food production processes.
Hortifrut says BerryReality is a new way to connect with its stakeholders about the growing experience, innovation and sustainable practices.
New products include baby spinach, spring mix, arugula, power greens, baby kale, romaine and more.
The Philadelphia-based company is set to showcase its expanded product portfolio and global footprint following two strategic acquisitions.
Amara, a biofungicide and bactericide, is designed to protect fruit and vegetable crops from foliar diseases.
Fresh Solutions Network says the winning package was created to reflect Spuds less-than-perfect potatoes’ commitment to sustainability — from potato to package.
The new label has received certifications that show the Sinclair-T55 fruit sticker is safely compostable, breaking down and biodegrading completely without leaving harmful residues in the environment, the companies say.
As O’Connor Hospital’s fresh produce program delivered an impactful first season to older adults in need, it plans to expand the initiative in 2025.
The Costa Rican grower-shipper says its banana farms earned a five-star rating in the certification, which promotes sustainable development and environmental conservation.
“From the Soil Up” spotlights the key role farmers play in healing the land and bringing communities together through regenerative agriculture.
The new study commissioned by IFCO updates findings from 2018 and helps the company meet its 2040 net-zero and zero-waste goals.
The company said the new packaging will be available in Meijer with plans to expand to its organic products next year.
The new packaging will be available across all retail partners starting this fall.
Created by Van Doren and GlobalPac’s research and development teams, the solution is equipped with integrated carton handling, robotic tray packing, tray-alignment features and a flexible end-effector.
The company says its Vidre+ Complex uses 1-methylcyclopropene to maintain the freshness and quality of fresh produce.
An increase in acreage, as well as tree maturity, helped fuel the country’s production this season.
For the 12 months from July 2023 to June 2024, U.S. organic apple exports were $171.9 million, according to USDA trade numbers.
New research findings and tools in the areas of automation, pathology and entomology were presented and displayed at the 10th anniversary Cal Poly Strawberry Center Field Day.
Producers may use the label to self-declare products that are produced with sustainable practices associated with lower greeenhouse gas emissions than those produced by conventional cultivation.
Most packaging suppliers tout myriad “sustainable” innovations they’ve adopted. But the concept begs the question: At what cost?