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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.
The USDA announced Feb. 18 that its avocado inspection program in Michoacan, Mexico has restarted and avocado exports to the U.S. have resumed.
Bard Valley Natural Delights says medjool dates surge in popularity during the holiday season, driven by their versatility in festive recipes and traditions.
George Gilvesy received the Cory Clack-Streef Produce Person of the Year Award, recognizing efforts to improve the produce industry in the province.
Questions about water availability have likely caused some produce growers to be conservative in the acreage they plant for the coming season.
The Bronx, N.Y., icon of the produce industry continues to evolve while maintaining its impact on communities.
How much of an impact major hurricanes and storms have had on this season’s crop remains to be seen.
The FruitGuys are delivering fresh fruit to offices around the U.S. — currently about 3,500 and growing.
Industry veteran Suzy Monford brings more than 25 years of experience to the specialty grocer focused on serving the Hispanic community.
A smaller Honeycrisp crop provides ample opportunity for retailers to highlight high-flavor varieties such as SweeTango, Cosmic Crisp, Envy and more said the Wenatchee, Wash.-based grower, packer and distributor of tree fruit.
Plaintiffs argued the regulation is unconstitutional and extends beyond the reach of the Department of Labor’s statutory authority.
For the 2025 season, the company plans to increase its acreage in items such as cucumber, bell pepper and eggplant from West Mexico.
Attendees say the New York Produce Show is a great mix of new products and exhibitors, along with some of the big-city magic during the holidays.
At the IFPA Global Produce and Floral Show in Atlanta, Robert Schueller of Melissa’s Produce offered a media presentation on produce trends to watch in the coming year.