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It’s “back to basics” this year for the Canadian Produce Marketing Association’s 96th annual convention and trade show, set for April 5-7 at the Palais des Congres in Montreal, Quebec.
After almost a century of business Ocean Mist Farms branched out into a new product. The company’s purple artichoke is now in its third harvest and doing well.
The Reedley, Calif.-based grower-shipper reports a robust season for its Minneola tangelos, blood oranges and Cara Cara oranges.
APHIS seeks comment on draft pest risk assessment for the importation of fresh wasabi from Indonesia
Indonesia has asked USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) to authorize the importation of Fresh Wasabi (Wasabia japonica (Miq.) Matsum.) for consumption into the United States and Territories.
Much like St. Patrick’s Day, WCPE is widely known for its lively networking and all-around good cheer. We’re counting down the many instances of green that attendees will experience.
Ethiopia has asked USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) to authorize the importation of Fresh Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) for consumption into the United States and Territories.
The U.S. FDA will not conduct a broad sampling of leafy greens grown in the Salinas Valley region of California for the 2022 growing season, according to a news release from Western Growers.
The multiple global disruptions have created a mixed bag of outcomes. One constant is freight and gas prices continue to be high and rising.
More than 200 industry professionals celebrated the impact of Healthy Family Project’s cause marketing programs at the annual Healthy Family Project reception at the Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Exposure.
The new Retail Market Annual Report produced by OPMA shows that melons, cut fruit, kiwifruit, persimmon and pomegranate were key drivers of year-over-year sales growth in Ontario retail produce departments in 2021.
Sakata Seed America announced a new, permanent Lettuce Distribution Facility and appointed a new Lettuce Product Manager, all within the past few weeks.
There’s an urgent need to set the record straight on the nutritional value of white tubers. This and other hot topics were part of Potatoes USA’s recent annual meeting in Denver, Colo.
Check out another slideshow from the 2022 SEPC Southern Exposure show.
Wholesum is a third-generation organic, family farming operation. It grows and ships 100% organic, Fair Trade Certified fresh produce and grows in both the US and Mexico.
Earthblend will be expanding on several fronts over the next few months. As a four year old company, it has diversified with its sister companies to handle fresh produce from seed to shipping.
Featuring the theme, “The Marvel of Produce,” the Southeast Produce Council recently wrapped its 2022 Southern Exposure tradeshow and conference.
Spring brings a broad availability of commodities from Mas Melons and Grapes, LLC. It has spent decades building up its offerings. And the company continues to grow its list of commodities and volume.
It’s easy for consumers to be overwhelmed by choice at the supermarket. Organic versus conventional adds yet another choice, and more shoppers are choosing organic fruit.
In an effort to help “nourish a nation in need,” Walt Dasher, vice president of G&R Farms, is donating $2,500 to World Central Kitchen on behalf of Ukrainian refugees.
Maintaining consistency across growing regions can be challenging. Divine Flavor expects to move from strength to strength in regional quality. It also leans on its social programs to maintain consistent quality.
Industry associations leading the Produce Traceability Initiative are calling for industry members to join the Enhancing Traceability Through Technology Working Group.
Grant applications are due in May for two USDA programs that promote local food.
The Vidalia Onion Committee is kicking off the 2022 season by announcing the sweet onions will once again be included on the official menu of the Kentucky Derby.
Denver-based Potatoes USA, the marketing and promotion board for the potato industry, elected new leadership during its annual meeting on March 9.
Irvine, Cali.-based UnitedAg has recently announced the appointment of five new directors in both California and Arizona, as well as the appointment of its first female board chair, Veronica Urzua-Alvero.
San Francisco-based Imperfect Foods has announced the hiring of Corey Farrell as chief operating officer, Kelly Nigh as chief merchandising officer, and Hetu Patel as chief financial officer.
Calavo Growers, Inc. has announced plans to reorganize its business to execute Project Uno integration efforts and better serve customers while improving efficiencies and cost savings, according to a news release.
Here are the top 10 commodities searched for on Produce Market Guide in 2021.
The USDA has announced that it has signed its first cooperative agreement under the new Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Program (LFPA) with the Colorado Department of Human Services.
The International Fresh Produce Association has named Tamara Muruetagoiena as director of sustainability.