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Texas A&M AgriLife researchers are part of a multistate project to help identify disease resistance in spinach to help develop future cultivars.
U.S. net farm income is forecast by the USDA at $116.1 billion in calendar year 2024, a decrease of $39.8 billion (25.5%) compared with 2023.
The new partnership brings online grocery delivery to Whole Foods Market customers in Canada for the first time.
The software application provides production and inventory tracking and traceability reporting using bar-code technology.
From yield forecasting to plant and weed identification, experts say the future is endless for the integration of artificial intelligence.
Mexican mango supplies for Rio Rico, Ariz.-based Ciruli Bros. will continue to increase through April, peaking for the Cinco de Mayo holiday, says Chris Ciruli, chief operating officer.
While bananas are the most important fruit that requires ripening solutions, Thermal Technologies sees growing interest in avocados, pears, mangoes, and other items, increasing demand for its multi-fruit-capable rooms.
Mango demand is strong and Mission Produce says it’s looking forward to the ramp-up of the Mexican mango season to supply customer ripe programs all spring and summer.
Soil Health Institute becomes the fourth environmental nongovernmental organization to join PSA, while Walther Farms and DeGroot’s Vegetable Farms joined as grower associates.
The Morris, Minn.-based company says the move is aligned with its sales strategy in the eastern U.S.
The regional supermarket chain with 111 stores located along the East Coast has been named to the list for 27 consecutive years.
The Canadian Produce Marketing Association’s Ron Lemaire and Canadian parliamentarians met with U.S. Congress members and other officials in Washington, D.C., to discuss issues of impact on Canada and U.S. agriculture.
Ian Sellers will handle sales of projects developed and executed by Serfruit S.A., a provider of automation solutions with experience in the fruit and vegetable and perishable food sectors.
The company is highlighting its environmental, social and governance work, emphasizing sustainability, inclusivity and community support.
Ahead of this year’s gathering, The Packer connected with exhibitors to learn more about why CPMA is a must-attend event.
Longtime produce industry journalist Tad Thompson, who wrote for The Packer and other publications, died April 8.
With the arrival of spring comes the onset of a plethora of nutritious fruits and vegetables from California’s bountiful Santa Maria Valley.
Sustainable packaging, produce programs and visiting with customers were among the highlights of Viva Fresh 2024.
As the spring season gains momentum in California’s Central Valley, the Fowler, Calif.-based company is highlighting star ruby grapefruit as a key variety in its seasonal citrus lineup.
The Fresh Market’s Mother’s Day offerings include pre-ordered meals online, featuring gourmet spreads, prime rib, brunch, roses, curated gifts and more.
Mexico’s 2024 avocado production is forecast at 5% up over 2023, according to a new USDA annual report.
The Idaho Falls, Idaho-based company has appointed Julie DeWolf as director of business development.
The Carlisle, Pa.-based grocer has released its third annual impact report, highlighting its 2023 corporate social responsibility initiatives centered around its purpose of connecting families for a better future.
Continental Fresh LLC, a grower, shipper and importer of fresh fruits and vegetables from Latin America is celebrating its Water For All program.
The retailer says the awards recognize honorees’ commitment to quality, innovation, value and sustainability.
The four-week Latin flavors event invites customers to explore a range of Latin food and products in-store and online.
Distributors of Mexican tomatoes say the Florida Tomato Exchange’s claim that Mexican tomato imports suppressed U.S. grower prices over the winter is off base.
Interest rates likely will not return to their pre-pandemic lows in the foreseeable future, according to the quarterly report from CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange.
The company said it took legal action to prevent counterfeit mini mangoes from being sold in stores.
The Canada-based Wolarmann Enterprises specializes in labels for netted products in the produce industry and clipping wires.