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The Kroger Co. has responded to a lawsuit filed by Albertsons Cos. Inc. following a court ruling blocking a proposed merger.
Fruit breeders say intellectual property rights protect proprietary varieties and help fuel innovation.
Retailers can educate consumers about mushrooms’ versatility and health benefits, using creative strategies for marketing.
Farmblox said it began working with growers to implement its in-orchard sensors on farms to reduce scouting and improve on-farm data captured.
At just 11 years old, Reed Marcum had an idea for a project: Collect toys and give them to children in his community. Eight years later, the toy drive has given away more than 64,000 toys at an annual event people wait in line for hours to attend.
This “Nutrition Info box,” a black-and-white design, will display levels of saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars, categorized as “Low,” “Med,” or “High,” along with the percent Daily Value for each nutrient.
Instacart has launched community carts for 10 Los Angeles-based YMCAs, allowed crowdsourced donations for victims of the Los Angeles wildfires.
The collaboration aims to bring fresh, healthy produce to food banks and communities across the U.S. and Canada.
Originating in the eastern U.S., the pathogen has been found in Peru, Morrocco, China, Portugal and Mexico and was likely spread through infected nursery material.
The 25 representatives advise the agriculture secretary on key issues affecting the fruit and vegetable industry.
In an inspection report, FDA inspectors indicated several issues, such as a lack of sanitation control monitoring records and preventative measures.
The new awards, to be presented at TIPA’s inaugural women’s banquet, will recognize women who have made an impact on the fresh produce industry, as well as an emerging leader.
Glen Alameda is the fourth generation to help lead the 100-year-old company.
This partnership will provide Syngenta with exclusive access to Apricus’ watermelon, melon and squash breeding pipeline and germplasm.
The company says it is restructuring its commercial wholesale organization into two product-centered divisions to enhance service to its customers and suppliers.
The limited-time offer is extended to Instacart customers in Los Angeles County on all grocery and daily essentials orders of $10 or more.
By using the Flashfood app, Loblaw customers also have diverted nearly 86 million pounds of potential food waste from landfills since 2019.
Tech company executives share predictions for the trends to watch in the fresh produce industry this year.
Apple marketer Honeybear Brands has partnered with the American Institute for Cancer Research to promote healthy eating.
The retailer has appointed former Fresh Market CEO Jason Potter to the leadership role.
Quality is excellent this season for most of its commodities, though sizing for oranges and lemons will be a bit smaller than last year, the company’s president said.
The Fowler, Calif.-based grower-packer-shipper has contributed to the American Red Cross to help provide meals and snacks for affected families in Southern California.
Maggie Creek Ranch and the Searle family of Elko, Nev. were named national winners of the 2015 Environmental Stewardship Award.
During the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s Cattlemen’s College a panel discussion was given by cattlemen who shared their thoughts on “What Were the Smartest Things Our Families Did to Maintain Ranch Profitability, Sustainability and Family Values?”
Seven cattle operations were recognized as regional winners of the 2014 regional Environmental Stewardship Award Program.
The total U.S. volume of oranges was projected at 60.3 million boxes, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service January forecast.
The Nature’s Partner consumer pack clamshells are available in select club stores and grocery retailers in the western U.S.
Ivanna Yang has joined as vice president of government affairs, with Matt Landi joining as vice president of industry relations.
All proceeds from a fall 2024 checkout scanning campaign will benefit local Feeding America food bank partners, the company says.
The controlled environment agriculture grower says it will deliver free salad kits for Quitter’s Day, when most people abandon their New Year’s resolutions.