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The produce-focused flexible packaging company has promoted Pallavi Joyappa from chief operating officer to president. Joyappa recently shared her vision for the future with The Packer.
The association’s “More for Your Money” campaign sought to deliver clear, down-to-earth messages to help consumers eat fruits and vegetables despite price fluctuations.
The National Potato Council has released a “Spud Nation” report, which finds the potato supply chain drove $100.9 billion in U.S. economic activity and supported more than 714,000 jobs in 2021.
Several people were honored and their personalities celebrated as industry leaders prepared to advocate for potato-focused policies with legislators during the National Potato Council Washington Summit.
The company says the flavor-packed kits are ideal for game day, fall entertaining or on-the-go holiday travel.
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said the department will provide funding to strengthen global food security through its two premier international development programs.
The exchange offers and consent solicitations are part of a larger process tied to Kroger’s planned merger with Albertsons.
Chris Pawelski, a fourth-generation farmer, returns to the “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast to discuss the importance of advocacy, how growers can get started and more.
Consumers can nominate and vote for local food banks, with the top five receiving a share of $10,000.
Money raised from the 12th annual golf tournament will benefit The Mission Foundation, a charitable organization dedicated to supporting local communities and the farming industry.
Hosted by the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas, the 2024 Southwest International Produce Expo is set for Nov. 7-9 at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort in Tucson, Ariz.
The first-ever National California Date Month aims to celebrate a bountiful harvest and the taste, quality, versatility and heritage of California dates.
The company says its all-in-one platform provides cold chain value services for the North American produce industry.
Steve Peters will take the helm effective Nov. 1, succeeding George Gilvesy, who chose not to seek reappointment.
After 16 years as executive director, Bonnie Fernandez-Fenaroli will begin a new chapter in mid-2025, the organization says.
Jennifer Lind brings over 20 years of produce industry experience to the newly created position, blending expertise in sales operations with data-driven decision-making, the company said.
Over the next few weeks, a phased rollout will add digital tap-to-pay service to H-E-B stores.
A bipartisan bill proposes $14 billion in disaster relief for farmers impacted by 2023 wildfires, droughts and floods.
The company says its traceability platform is being rolled out as a stand-alone product to create a lower price point for companies who are seeking a fully functional, cost-effective Food Safety Modernization Act 204 compliance and traceability solution.
The artificial intelligence-powered quality control platform is aiming to remove subjectivity and human judgment from the produce inspection process.
Focusing on the seed and meat industries, the department has announced several steps intended to foster fair and competitive markets for U.S. farmers and ranchers.
The International Fresh Produce Association has named five top executives as the winners of its Retail Merchant Innovation Award.
Fusion, a business-to-business marketing agency for fresh food, says its recent consumer survey reveals high shopper satisfaction with self-checkout, as well as challenges that companies and retailers should address.
Current fruit set on avocado trees across multiple growing regions in the state is considerably higher this year than in previous years, according to the California Avocado Commission.
Grocery retailers can expect a healthy digital boost during the holiday shopping peak, according to a new survey.
The buses are part of a New York Apple Association campaign spreading the word that New York state-grown apples are arriving at local grocers.
Ashley McPhee has joined as sales manager for eastern North America, and Simon Quesnel will serve as manager of finance, strategy and administration.
The fruit breeder has added varieties and a breeding program from Inka’s Berries, which develops no-chill cultivars.
Produce experts tell why it’s an outdated belief to sell bananas based on price alone, as the fruit is a category leader, no matter what.
The period presents a chance to meet an increased demand for produce as consumers anticipate their favorite seasonal dishes.