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“Organics in an Era of Inflation and Changing Consumer Behavior” will be the subject of the fourth educational session at the upcoming Organic Produce Summit 2022, according to a news release.
Chicago-based Hazel Technologies Inc. is hosting the Grape Quality Summit the first week of May.
Bakersfield, Calif.-based farm product and service provider Holloway has announced the retirement of President Vard Terry after 50 years with the company.
Research funded by the Center for Produce Safety is aiming to develop a low-cost tool that can detect fecal contamination in fields.
Inteligistics is making its solutions and digitization available to companies throughout the perishable supply chain, according to a news release.
Cary, N.C.-based Railinc’s TransmetriQ unit has announced a major advance in shipment tracking and Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) services, according to a news release.
A rising tide of demand is lifting the bell pepper boat.
While fresh pepper retail sales took a minor step back in 2021, so did practically every fresh vegetable item tracked by retail scan data.
Bell peppers are a hit with consumers, data from The Packer’s 2022 Fresh Trends consumer survey reveals.
Recovery is underway for Taylor Farms after its primary foodservice processing facility in Salinas, Calif., was severely damaged by a fire April 13-14.
Good Foods has announced its latest hire, Tim Meskill, who will take on the role of vice president of club strategy to support strategic growth plans for the brand’s perspective and current club retail partners.
Fresh Express president John P. Olivo announced, in a news release, a new consumer social media awareness campaign and revitalized sustainability initiative in recognition of Earth Day 2022.
Nearly 500 potential violations of organic regulations are under investigation by the National Organic Program.
The Mission-based Texas International Produce Association’s Viva Fresh Expo plays an important role in promoting the Lone Star State’s produce industry.
In honor of May’s National Salad Month, Dole Food Company Inc. has released a dozen original salad recipes linked to the specific astrological personalities of the 12 Zodiac signs.
After 34 years of service, Vickie Linder, agricultural products manager for Alliance Rubber Co., is set to retire in July of 2022.
Wynne, Ark.-based Matthews Ridgeview Farms is the state’s largest grower/shipper of sweet potatoes, and the firm is expanding acreage again this year, says sales manager Autumn Campbell.
Grape production and exports will rise for 2021-22 but pears and apple exports are expected to sink, according to a new USDA report.
Caledonia, Mich.-based hydroponic lettuce farm Revolution Farms is partnering with Grand Rapids-based retailer Meijer to bring local lettuce and salad greens to 262 stores across the retailer’s six-state footprint.
The Packer’s 13th annual Women in Produce issue honors eight industry leaders, like Laura Strange, who play pivotal roles in the success of their own organizations, as well as the produce industry.
The Gilroy Garlic Festival is moving away from hosting a large fair to focusing on local and spreading the celebration into multiple events throughout the year.
Pom Wonderful presses further into sustainability with new commitments to recycling and alternative energy.
Long-time employee, Nick Sgheiza, promoted to chief operating officer after 22 years with the company.
Made Central California, formerly the Fresno Food Expo, has a new format, expanding on categories of exhibitors.
The Vineland, N.J.-based family-owned and -operated company is just weeks away from completing Phase II of its facility expansion.
Despite doubling volume over the last six seasons, Chilean citrus shipments will likely drop in 2022.
Homestead, Fla.-based Brooks Tropicals LLC will see an increase in Florida avocado production because of new grafts bearing fruit, says Peter Leifermann, vice president of sales and marketing.
Chicago-based Hazel Technologies Inc. has opened registration for its 2nd annual Apple Quality Summit.
Peebles Organic, Augusta, Ark., is a USDA-certified organic vegetable operation that farms about 2,000 acres, said Shawn Peebles, owner and general manager.
American growers need more workers, and the H-2A program is answering the bell.