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The New York-based vertical farming company has partnered with kosher retail and foodservice distributor Kayco to make five varieties of greens available at hundreds of area kosher supermarkets.
U.S. sales of organic food products were an estimated $26.9 billion in 2010 (inflation adjusted to 2021 dollars) and reached $52 billion in 2021, according to a USDA report.
The USDA has announced proposed changes to allow online transactions in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children.
The USDA has imposed sanctions on four produce businesses for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce they purchased, according to a news release.
The USDA has imposed sanctions on four produce businesses for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce.
Fresh Produce Association of the Americas members have approved a newly adopted dues and membership structure, according to a news release.
The 35th annual farm conference convenes from Feb. 26 to Mar. 6 throughout California, uniting small-scale farmers and ranchers across the state.
A glance at Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Exposure 2023 agenda located in Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, Lake Buena Vista, Fla.
A review of Nielsen sales data released by Proprietary Variety Management shows Cosmic Crisp sales vaulting the variety into the top 10 bestselling U.S. varieties for the first time.
The Virginia-based association has promoted Liwanag to represent USApple on topics like pesticides, climate, water and energy.
Just about every segment of the produce packaging industry seems to be taking steps to fill orders on time, keep costs under control and offer products that are environmentally friendly.
The machine, which was shown at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce & Floral Show in October, evolved out of work Kwik Lok did with its customers.
The company constantly reviews the packaging materials it uses to ensure that they are responsible for the produce they will contain and that they will meet community recycling criteria.
The Valencia, Calif.-based cooperative is celebrating its 130th anniversary with Sunkist Citrus Day on March 1 — a day officially registered in the National Day Calendar.
South Carolina-based Titan Farms has announced a new partnership with Verdant Technologies.
The San Joaquin Valley-based organic fresh produce marketing company is moving into the conventional space and building out its berry category with the acquisition.
Philadelphia-based AgroFresh Solutions Inc. has announced the new registration approval and launch of SmartFresh ProTabs in Brazil and Mexico.
The USDA’s newly released annual report on Farm and Land in Farms showed drops in farm numbers and farm acreage in 2021 compared with 2020.
The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) has announced details of its April 24-27 22nd Annual Conference, “Delivering Food in Turbulent Times: The Need for Agility & Resilience.”
Ocean Mist Farms forecasts peak harvest of its proprietary purple artichoke variety between Feb. 20 and April 23.
Imports can begin starting Feb. 15, the USDA said.
The volume of U.S. fresh potato exports jumped 10% in the calendar year 2022 despite an 8% drop in volume, USDA statistics reveal.
Known for its Crawfish B-Red potatoes, the company has added a 3-pound Crawfish Medley Pack and a 3-pound Crawfish Gold Pack.
Side Delights is promoting heart-healthy eating changes that can reduce the conditions that put consumers at risk.
The appointees include 30 producer members and two importers who will fill three-year terms expiring Feb. 28, 2026.
Blair Chastain has been appointed chief revenue officer for the Yakima, Wash.-based bag closure company.
This year Ramadan begins on March 22 at sunset, and Natural Delights is bringing back its 2-, 5- and 11-pound window boxes just in time for peak date retail sales.
The Texas International Produce Association In Bloom Women’s Committee is set to host a game show-inspired event, “Challenge Accepted!” at Viva Fresh, followed by a special event for young industry professionals.
The meeting will examine the “fruit and vegetable industry issues and provide recommendations and ideas on how USDA can tailor programs and services to better meet the needs of the U.S. produce industry.”
The window to receive a reduced rate closes March 3, though online registration will remain open after that time.