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The Packer’s Tom Karst visited March 31 with Mike Kucharski, vice president and co-owner of Chicago area-based JKC Trucking, about the recent spike in diesel prices and COVID-19-related supply chain challenges.
Bobalu Berry Farms continues to celebrate 60 years in business with yet another milestone. For the first time, the company has offices in the Watsonville/Salinas, Calif. area.
IFPA drafted a letter co-signed by 40 organizations representing the produce industry urging the quick passage of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act (S. 3580).
The Securities and Exchange Commission has proposed rule changes that would require registrants to include certain climate-related disclosures in their registration statements and periodic reports.
The efforts of Cornell AgriTech and Sun World International from more than a decade of working together have resulted in two new grape varieties called Sugrafiftytwo and Sugrasixty.
The USDA has announced the establishment of the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) audit service for produce distribution centers.
Reedley, Calif.-based Frutura has signed an agreement to acquire Uruguay-based Citrícola Salteña (Caputto), a global supplier and marketer of high-quality citrus and juice, according to a news release.
Sunkist Growers has an ample supply of domestic conventional and organic lemons this season, said Christina Ward, senior director of global marketing for the Valencia, Calif.-based marketer.
The Mission Viejo, Calif.-based organization welcomes four new hires as it seeks to “keep pace with the growth of fresh avocado sales.”
The Canadian Produce Marketing Association has announced the “rising stars” participating in its mentoring program during this year’s convention in Montreal.
Interest in organic avocados has increased significantly from Organic Fresh Trends 2021.
We’ve been farmers since 1945 and we have established a legacy that has transcended four generations and two continents to perfect the quality and flavor of our sweet onions and make them available year-round.
The newly opened Bristol Farms Newfound Market in Irvine, Calif., offers a feast of fresh produce throughout the store.
After a successful trial with the Hazel 100 fruit treatment in 2021, Spicewood, Texas-based The Fredericksburg Peach Co. has committed to the technology for 2022.
The USDA announced it intends to renew the charter of the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee (FVIAC).
A March 31 fire at San Juan, Texas-based Rio Fresh Inc. has significantly damaged a large portion of the company’s fresh onion packing facility, according to a news release.
Los Alamitos, Calif.-based Frieda’s Inc. is celebrating 60 years in business and is taking the opportunity to celebrate the innovations the company has contributed over the decades.
West Pak Avocados Inc., has ramped up its Murrieta, Calif.-based packing, ripening and distribution center for the 2022 California season.
Collaboration is not a word that comes to mind in politics these days. On March 29, 2022, the state of California, the federal government and San Joaquin Valley water leaders made an announcement of agreement.
U.S. imports of limes have been rising steadily, and Mexico accounts for the lion’s share of all imported lime volume.
Susanne Klose is the new senior director of research and development at Church Brothers Farms. She has a strong scientific background working for UC Davis, Iowa State University and universities in Germany.
The California Fresh Fruit Association kicked off its new fiscal year on Tuesday, March 15, during the annual membership meeting at the 86th annual meeting in Laguna Beach, California.
Juice has been a popular alternative to eating fresh fruits and vegetables for some time. Fresno, Calif.-based Trinity Fruit Sales has added their own brand to the table.
Canada-based Accu-Label Inc. has announced it is in the final stages of certifying its COMPOST-it brand compostable labels.
The industry looks forward to this year’s Canadian Produce Marketing Association’s annual Convention and Trade Show in Montreal.
The Modesto, Calif.-based grocer with approximately 200 stores, has been acquired by private equity firm Kingswood Capital Management of Los Angeles.
Retailer recognizes the Salinas, Calif.-based produce company as a “top performer and supplier.”
The USDA has announced that LS & CX LLC satisfied a reparation order in the amount of $73,586 issued under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA) involving unpaid produce transactions.
Registration for the West Coast Produce Expo (WCPE) golf tournament is now open and spots are filling up fast.
Key organic priorities for the next farm bill include investment in organic research and cost share, new legislation to modernize organic regulations and support for farmers making the transition to organic agriculture.