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Richa Desai will lead the food packaging supplier’s sustainability efforts and help shape and articulate Sabert’s strategic direction.
Alexandra Roberts is taking on a new leadership role as vice president of culture and compliance.
The International Fresh Produce Association recently brought together volunteer leaders at a policy retreat, which included members of the group’s U.S. Government Relations Council and Political Advisory Committee.
Various academic, labor, faith, antipoverty and farm groups sent a letter to Vice President Kamala Harris applauding her proposed food price gouging ban and her pledge to crack down on food industry mergers.
The organization is bringing back its pink branded bags and displays for its “A Super Good Cause” campaign during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Mental health support services are hard to find in rural areas. Did you know 90 million people live in designated Mental Health Professional Shortage Areas? To further complicate matters, stress among farmers is growing.
Helios Artificial Intelligence says CommodiTrack aids agrifood supply chain resiliency and provides decision-makers with technology that predicts the price and availability of commodities.
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Foundation program aims to strengthen business capacity and facilitate market expansion for value-added food products, supporting food safety best practices and operational resilience.
Former deputy ag secretary Kathleen Merrigan highlights the top non-farm-bill issues that are currently impacting agriculture.
Two experts on food safety and traceability recently dispelled myths and discussed the importance of produce distributors having robust plans in place to meet new Food Safety Modernization Act guidelines.
Ahold Delhaize USA has shared a time frame to name a successor to Meg Ham.
Consumer psychologist Michael Barbera shares insights about how marketing strategies, sensory triggers and emerging trends influence shopper decisions.
The annual “State of the Strawberry Category Report” highlights year-over-year growth in conventional and organic berries.
As a new year approaches, sustainability, convenience and health-conscious choices are set to shape the way consumers enjoy fruits and vegetables.
Curt Webber previously spent 14 years at PepsiCo in various sales leadership, strategy and business development roles within foodservice and retail channels.
Company founder Robert Goldstein says he saw an opportunity to bring innovation and reliability to produce logistics.
“Are You Reindeer Ready?” will be available exclusively on the company’s Facebook and Instagram pages.
Sun Belle says it will showcase seasonal red currants and Sun Select super jumbo cherries at the New York Produce Show.
Carlos Duarte has over a decade of experience in avocados, most recently serving as an account manager for Calavo Growers.
The annual celebration recognizes organizations that demonstrate industry stewardship, sustainability and innovation in food and agribusiness.
USDA reports that total U.S. tomato imports of Mexican tomatoes totaled $2.7 billion in 2023, up from $2.47 billion in 2022.
BDA/Dorot Farm said supplies look good as it readies to launch its new crop for the upcoming North American season.
The celery brand is highlighting healthy gameday snacking, while offering Dandy celery consumers the chance to win a $1,000 grand prize and weekly chances to win $100, through Feb. 7.
Dick Peixoto, owner-grower of Lakeside Organic Gardens, was recognized as the Grower of the Year at the 2024 Organic Grower Summit.
Multiple frozen vegetable brands utilized organic carrots from Grimmway Farms, which is involved in a bigger recall.
The company says it received the honor for developing sustainable packaging, investing in regenerative farming practices and creating products that boost fresh produce consumption.
Working group to looks at government and retail packaging requirements
Donations from the annual fundraiser were generated through combined customer and corporate contributions and went to regional food banks and pantries.
Reuters reports that the union representing 45,000 dock workers on the U.S. East and Gulf Coasts and their employers reached a tentative deal on a new six-year contract.
Matt Marchand will provide insights and recommendations to help shape public policies at all levels of government to support farmers.