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The Ontario-based company says it has added West Coast distribution with Alberta-based Sunfresh Farms, becoming the largest grower-packer-distributor of root vegetables in Canada.
The International Longshoremen’s Association and the United States Maritime Alliance said they will sign the agreement on March 11.
Gov. Josh Stein recently recognized the significant impact of sweetpotatoes on the state’s agriculture industry.
Supporting its Zero Hunger, Zero Waste impact plan, the grocer says it hopes the ad spot inspires viewers to get involved in the mission to end childhood hunger.
The national marketing campaign promotes the benefits of its seedless lemons for ease of use.
The company says its fiscal year 2024 sustainability report showcases continued leadership in health, sustainability and community impact.
The grower-packer-shipper says it anticipates good volume through April for the fruit, known for its reddish magenta internal color and berry-like flavor.
The company first made the list in 2019 and has continued to make steady growth.
The New York Apple Association shares how an orchard served as an ideal backdrop for an apple grower’s special moment.
Tom Stenzel, CEA Alliance executive director, will moderate a discussion on the challenges and opportunities in controlled environment agriculture.
Both the grower-shipper and cooperative will donate $100,000 to the American Red Cross and fresh citrus fruit to local food banks.
Larissa Rice brings over 30 years of experience in fresh produce sales and marketing.
The consumer goods and food delivery company will deliver special limited-edition boxes with six Sumo citrus in New York and Los Angeles.
Dave Armstrong will transition to executive chairman, and Eduardo Flores will become president and CEO in April.
The Kingsville, Ontario-based company says it took home four PAC Global Awards for its branding.
Tom Cingari Jr., vice president of produce, floral and e-commerce for Cingari Family Markets, highlights emerging produce trends including produce-centric snacking, hyperlocal sourcing and the rise of functional and medicinal fruits and vegetables.
Upgrades are available to help farmers, growers and ranchers find more productivity and efficiency through precision ag technology, the company says.
The pollination sensor and dashboard platform helps growers understand bee activity during a volatile spring pollination season, according to the company.
The company says it received rankings in the categories for fresh berries, fresh fruit and salad kits.
Aiming to make organics more accessible, the company says it designed the packs to target smaller households and waste-conscious consumers.
The company says its commercial 1-MCP analyzer will help growers measure and control applications to help extend fruit shelf life and reduce waste.
Sandra Eskin, who has food safety advocacy experience, will assume the role for the nonprofit on Feb. 24.
Paul Gianetto has been named president of Raley’s Operating Division, and Natalie Slatter will serve as vice president of store operations.
Equitable Food Initiative has released an online toolkit to help companies and individuals plan for National Farmworker Awareness Week March 25-31.
The new stores will open through a combination of organic growth and converting select Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket stores to the Aldi format.
More than 3 million trays of Zespri RubyRed kiwifruit will be available this season, with its berry-like taste available for the first time in some new markets.
The grocery app is now available in three more stores for the organic grocer, which as 16 locations in seven states.
Using sustainable and organic growing practices, Del Bosque Farms delivers common and specialty melon varieties to a growing consumer base.
President Trump’s focus on mass deportation is creating a sense of nervousness that hasn’t been felt since the Obama Administration. Yet, the bigger concern is a H-2A system that’s become too costly for many farmers to use.
The company says aspiring CrossFit athlete Sarah Barkley is also part of its sales team.