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The value of U.S. tomato imports from Mexico from October 2022 through September 2023 reached $2.7 billion.
Most shoppers see the practice of reducing a food product’s quantity or size while keeping the same price as common, but doing so could cause consumer resentment, according to a recent Purdue University report.
Supported projects will increase the quality and quantity of pollinator habitat for monarch butterflies, rusty-patched bumble bees and other native pollinators, says the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.
Seven items for the holiday spread dropped in price this year, such as sweetpotatoes and a vegetable tray of carrots and celery, according to the annual American Farm Bureau Federation Thanksgiving dinner survey.
While the initial Series B round was announced in February, the company said continued interest led it to increase its capital.
The USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture says it will fund research and efforts to strengthen the safety of the nation’s food supply.
Formerly the company’s president of sales, Jim Roberts brings over two decades of experience to the role.
The grocer says nearly $300,000 raised via customer contributions will aid those recovering from Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Five vendors have been awarded contracts to supply apples for the nearly $600,000 purchase.
The company said the honor is a celebration not only of Coleman’s leadership, but also of the culture and values that define Equifruit.
“Too many family farmers remain in limbo” after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, says a National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition policy specialist.
The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation focuses on fighting child hunger and helping partner organizations increase their fresh capacity so families can put nutritious meals on their tables.
A National Watermelon Promotion Board shopper segmentation study shows that over 3 million new U.S. households purchased watermelon in 2024.
Thomas “Tommy” Padilla has more than 14 years of experience in the produce industry, specializing in international and export sales.
The agency has added new products to the list involved in a recall due to potential E. coli contamination.
The Environmental Protection Agency has outlined opportunities to protect communities from the impacts of plastic production and waste.
FloraPulse president shares how his company’s water sensor can help specialty crop growers better recognize what’s happening to a plant during growing season.
The Pasadena, Calif.-based company has launched a new marketing campaign for mandarin brand Cuties designed to drive shoppers to stores.
Following the Sinclair T55’s launch, the company says industry stakeholders’ support is needed for an ongoing education and awareness campaign.
Patrick Criteser, former CEO of Tillamook County Creamery Association, will join the Leamington, Ontario-based greenhouse grower.
Visitors to Morning Kiss Organic’s show booth can help win donations for La Colaborativa, which is dedicated to empowering Latinx communities.
The Produce for Kids cause marketing effort brought together 17 produce vendors for a nutritious impact this fall.
The company has named produce industry veterans Jay Schneider as executive vice president of sales and procurement and Casey Kio as executive vice president of global business.
Master judge, noted baker and author Erin McDowell chose winning recipes for this year’s competition, which put Cosmic Crisp apples at the center of the dish.
In an announcement on Saturday, Trump said her “commitment to support the American farmer, the defense of American food self-sufficiency and the restoration of agriculture-dependent American small towns is second to none.”
New partnerships with Fresh Encounter, Fruitful Yield, Plum Market, Robért Fresh Market and Stew Leonard’s unlock even more local selections for consumers.
An initiative to reduce food insecurity among U.S. households by 5% by 2030 aims to use social media to drive awareness and change.
KeHE Distributors says five primary macro trends underscore the importance of consumer preference for high-quality ingredients for a healthy lifestyle.
New developments at the Nogales, Ariz.-based company include year-round supplies of cucumbers and squash, said Steve Spence, director of sales.
Reusable packaging supplier IFCO has released its ESG Report 2024, giving an account of the company’s environmental, social and governance performance throughout IFCO’s fiscal year 2024.