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Despite weather challenges in the growing season, the Idaho Falls, Idaho, company reports excellent sizing for its harvest.
The organic market is still evolving, and marketers are learning the effect of inflation on consumer choices. Still, there is optimism for organic produce’s future, said Dan Davis, vice president of business development.
The company says it will partner with iFoodDS to simplify compliance for Sysco suppliers.
The Kroger Co. said it has filed a motion for a preliminary injunction against the Federal Trade Commission’s challenge of its proposed merger with Albertsons Cos. Inc.
From July 2023 through June 2024, the value of U.S. fresh exports rose for apples, berries, oranges, while dropping for potatoes and lettuce, according to the USDA.
Smith was recognized by peers, colleagues and a senator for her tireless work promoting the Michigan and U.S. apple industries.
The volunteer leaders will be confirmed by a ballot shared with the membership and begin their board service at the 2024 Global Fresh Produce and Floral Show, Oct. 17-19, in Atlanta.
Growers and marketers say favorable growing conditions should make for ample supplies this year.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has opened a 60-day consultation as part of its work on a new national potato wart response plan.
Serenbe is home to over 1,000 residents and includes a 25-acre organic farm, farm-to-table restaurants, an inn, wellness spa, farmers markets, shops and edible landscaping along the paths and sidewalks.
Brett Baker, president of United Apple Sales in New York, will lead the U.S. Apple Association’s board of directors for 2024-25.
Rebecca Lupfer, who most recently served as chief financial officer, will lead all aspects of merchandising for the Carlisle, Pa.-based company, as well as commercial planning and pricing.
The association announced the figure, which is down about 10.1% from last year’s final production figure, during its Outlook 2024 conference in Chicago.
“We have increased our acreage out of eastern Washington, which will give us access to additional volume in some of the best growing regions for organic blueberries,” said Brian Vertrees, director of business development.
The packaging industry continues to come up with innovative ways to fill customers’ packaging needs, whether it’s a produce traceability solution, plastic-free bags or ways to sustainably transport liquid products.
The Canadian Produce Marketing Association, which joined other groups in cancelling its annual trade show because of the pandemic, is offering sessions online instead.
California cherries are entering peak availability for Stemilt Growers.
Dulcinea Farms is the exclusive marketer and distributor of Kiss Melons, through a new partnership.
United Fresh LIVE! has published its list of exhibitors for its June 15-19 event.
Raley’s has hired Jen Warner as chief administrative officer, overseeing the company’s food safety, sustainability and other programs.
It’s been one year since the Produce for Better Health Foundation launched its Have a Plant brand, and now PBH and its influencer network reach more than 1.5 million consumers a day.
The United Fresh Produce Association and Datassential are featuring foodservice trends during a web seminar to accompany the association’s quarterly foodservice report.
U.S. growers can play an important role in providing solutions to critical water issues, according to a new report from Farm Journal’s Trust In Food initiative.
Purdue University professors will have a discussion on disruptions in supply chains caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, and implications for consumers.
With this world we all find ourselves smack in the middle of, I just want to share how grateful I am for our colleagues and friends in the produce world.
Cold Connect, a Union Pacific Railroad program that shipped fresh produce and other perishables across the country, has fallen victim to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Joseph Fierman and Son Inc., Market Fresh Produce LLC, Minkus Family Farms Inc., and Treasure Valley Farms have been Endorsed. Carlson Produce Consulting, and Van Doran Sales Inc. are new to the Market, plus updates.
As food safety audits of leafy greens continue during the pandemic, California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement members have access to new tools streamlining the audit data.
The United Fresh Produce Association and Produce Marketing Association has asked the U.S. Department of Agriculture to include them in any revisions or evaluations of the Farmers to Families Food Box Program.
Baja Son Growers, Salinas, will have expanded supplies of asparagus from Central Mexico this summer.