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Canadian produce groups are praising the committee approval of Bill C-280, the Financial Protection for Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Farmers Act.
Industry organizations are praising a June 22 announcement from U.S. trade officials that India will soon lift its 20% retaliatory tariff on some U.S. agricultural products.
The Packer is looking for insight into local and regional produce marketing for an upcoming issue.
As part of its Zero Hunger | Zero Waste plan, The Kroger Co. says that upon completion of its merger with Albertsons Cos., the combined company will donate 10 billion meals by 2030 to feed people struggling with hunger.
The California agency has tapped William Turechek as its next vice president of research and Jeff Cardinale as its new director of communications.
What’s in store for the 2023 Peruvian avocado season and what does the industry want retailers to know about its super fruit? To find out, The Packer recently connected with ProHass President Juan Paredes.
Canadian greenhouse grower OriginO has launched a new look for its website alongside its British Columbia-based sales and marketing partner, Oppy.
The Food Safety Modernization Act 204 has a compliance deadline of Jan. 20, 2026. Is your organization ready? A Q&A with Liz Sertl of the not-for-profit information standards organization GS1 US.
Recyclable and compostable, the disposable cutlery line offers foodservice operators a viable and sustainable alternative to plastic cutlery, says the Sayreville, N.J.-based food packaging solutions provider.
The Chilean Fruit Exporters Association is evaluating the effects of recent heavy rains to orchards and infrastructure in central and southern Chile.
Ohio Produce Growers & Marketers Association members got a firsthand look at the new facility, which growers help sponsor through annual payments for a statewide research program.
The Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture has passed its fiscal year (FY24) funding bill — legislation that fully funds WIC, including the fruit and vegetable benefit amount at current levels.
Avocados from Peru is embarking on a lifestyle campaign that is as tactical as it is tasty, from sports tie-ins with retailer partners to strategic in-store promotions, to a gourmet food show to a night at the museum.
Registration and hotel bookings open June 26 for the Oct. 19-21 event in Anaheim, Calif.
The California-based sweet potato brand has hired fresh produce industry veteran Susan Noritake to grow the brand.
While Mexico remains the U.S.’ main international supplier of avocados, Peru is playing an increasingly important role in filling the supply gap.
Yvonne Morales died June 20 after a brief illness. “She was a wonderful person and had a unique way of making people feel very special,” said Jimmy Bassetti, co-owner and president Little Bear Produce.
The USDA has filed an administrative complaint against American Fruit & Produce Corp. for alleged violations of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act.
Westlake Distributors LLC, operating out of Downey, Calif., has posted a $100,000 surety bond to employ Christopher Martin, as required by the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act.
Western Growers and S2G Ventures are now accepting applications for the 2023 AgSharks Competition.
The San Antonio-based greenhouse grower says the certification recognizes its sustainability efforts and community initiatives.
The USDA and NASA are doubling down on agency collaborations that will improve agricultural research and data application, along with fostering the next generation of science and agriculture leaders.
A majority of shoppers with a limited budget who were polled by Purdue University in May are shopping at dollar stores, even for food items.
KeHE Distributors says the transaction broadens its customer base and bolsters its existing warehouse infrastructure.
The agency said the grapes will be used for distribution to child nutrition and other related domestic food assistance programs for fiscal year 2023, which extends through the end of September.
A report from the FDA reveals that restaurants and retail foodservice operations with targeted norovirus prevention strategies are most successful in limiting infections.
Naturipe Farms is kicking off the summer season with promotable volumes of its blueberries from New Jersey, Michigan, and the Pacific Northwest, according to a news release.
California’s Oceanside Pole says it’s ready to harvest the season’s first vine-ripened tomatoes at the end of June alongside exclusive marketer Oppy.
The specialty crop alliance is endorsing two bills that it believes supports a competitive and strong future for the sector in both domestic and global marketplaces.
Gem-Pack Berries LLC is excited about its recent merger with Well-Pict and Gem-Pack’s exponential growth over the last two years, says Michelle Deleissegues, vice president of marketing for Gem-Pack.