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PepsiCo says the combined impact of three strategic partnerships is expected to support the “accelerated uptake of regenerative practices” on more than 3 million acres.
Each year, a staggering 119 billion pounds of food — nearly 40% of all food — is wasted in the U.S., but companies across the fresh produce supply chain are using technology to stem the tidal wave of food waste.
Sustainability, a top-of-mind topic for U.S. growers, shippers and retailers, is a priority south of the border as well.
For generations G&R Farms has been honing their farming craft. Making improvements to operations and setting a standard for continuous improvement to remain viable for generations to come.
Companies that specialize in food safety and traceability continue to put forth innovative ways to transport and store perishable food.
“I think traceability should be a demand [for a shipper] as a member of the produce industry as we work to provide healthy and safe fruits and vegetables,” says Chelsea Consalo of Consalo Family Farms.
The New Jersey Department of Agriculture and Rutgers University Cooperative Extension offer Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training required by the Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule.
The Texas International Produce Association (TIPA) has eyes on the prize for its Viva Fresh 2023 event, and they’re all pointed toward promoting health and wellness through increased fruit and vegetable consumption.
Early season poppi and royal gala apples are kicking off the New Zealand apple harvest season, with growers reporting high quality fruit despite recent cyclone.
The Equitable Food Initiative’s leadership team committee worked with farming operations and co-workers to create the series to educate and raise awareness about the realities of being a farmworker.
Booth replaces co-founder Aidan Mouat, who had been CEO since 2015. Mouat remains in an advisory capacity for the Chicago-based company.
The Chicago-based Institute of Food Technologists has released a series of educational videos on the FDA’s Food Traceability Rule.
Elgin, Minn.-based Honeybear Brands is bringing in Chilean Honeycrisp apples to help fill a shortfall in the U.S. supply of that variety.
The Phoenix-based grocer says it will eliminate single-use plastic bags at checkout by the end of 2023, removing over 200 million single-use plastic bags from circulation each year.
The Wenatchee, Wash.-based company aims to have the foundation and walls of the building complete by the end of August and have the line fully operational by 2024.
The digital marketplace that strives to eliminate retail food waste by connecting consumers with discounted food nearing its best-by date has appointed Jordan Schenck and Sepideh Burkett to leadership roles.
The two-day event focused on the importance of building a brand and the need for a more personalized health care experience — all in hopes of building a healthier and more sustainable agricultural community.
After conducting trials to support commercialization, Verdant Technologies is now partnering with SunFed to use Verdant’s HarvestHold Fresh technology to deliver fresh and greener cucumbers.
GFSI’s 22nd annual conference, “Delivering Safe Food in Turbulent Times: The Need for Agility & Resilience,” will be a three-day event held at the Westin Peachtree Plaza in Atlanta, April 24-27.
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Four other members also will serve on the executive board, supporting the newly elected officers in leading the National Mango Board and serving the mango industry.
The Buyers Edge Platform Produce Division recently hosted its annual BEP Produce Distributors Conference — formerly the Produce Alliance National Conference — in New Orleans.
While the overall Washington state crop is down from last year, Rainier Fruit Co. says its diversity in growing locations mitigated some of the weather events from last spring.
A Rice University researcher has developed a protein-based coating for fresh produce that he says could prevent food waste and preserve freshness.
The strategic marketing alliance will provide cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon and mixed melons to retail, foodservice and fresh-cut customers.
Masser Family of Companies, Sacramento, Pa., has named industry veteran Robert “Bob” Meek executive vice president of sales, effective March 20.
Pacific Trellis Fruit has become a full-year supplier of grapes, says Howard Nager, director of marketing and business development for Los Angeles-based Pacific Trellis Fruit and its Dulcinea brand.
The second annual Stemilter’s Day had recognized the company’s workers and celebrated its culture and stewardship efforts.
The March 20-22 Associated Wholesale Grocers Innovation Showcase in Overland Park, Kan., was the perfect place for The Little Potato Co. to show off its refreshed brand.
Despite a smaller than typical U.S. apple crop, there are still promotion opportunities for the rising star Cosmic Crisp apple, says Chuck Sinks, president of sales and marketing at Sage Fruit Co., Yakima, Wash.