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Fresh Express says it created a new foodservice division to establish a national offering in that category.
Greg Finchum will assume the role in May 2025 following the retirement of Meg Ham.
All EPC leadership class participants going back to the program’s inception in 2018 were also honored during the 2024 event.
The city of Overland Park has begun upgrades to the market, with the project expected to finish by spring 2026.
The Wenatchee, Wash.-based grower-packer-shipper says it supports community education, nutrition and wellness.
An analysis will be available for review and comment by the public until Feb 28.
A threat to honey bees and other pollinators, the so-called “murder hornet” was originally found in Washington state in fall 2019.
Thirty-two winners will be selected in April to win a range of prizes including free groceries.
California citrus grower, packer and shipper highlights the versatility and seasonal appeal of specialty citrus.
The limited-time, private-label collection is intended to help customers stay committed to healthier eating habits in the new year.
Sustainability in the fresh produce industry means many different things to different stakeholders, so what does the future hold for the industry?
The Produce Moms honored Mollie Van Lieu for advocacy in expanding access to fresh produce and improving nutrition policy.
Alexandra Colfer and Kubir Sandhu have joined the sustainability firm, which says the moves enhance its capacity to support the fresh produce industry.
Billy Ng brings extensive experience to his role with the California Walnut Board and the California Walnut Commission.
Ricardo Naranjo Fernández has served as the multinational fresh produce company’s interim CEO since June.
The top 5 list features classic mushroom soup to new takes on lasagna and crab cakes.
The custom-designed 10-pound cartons and packaging marks the year of the snake and can hold navel or cara cara oranges or pummelos.
The new fee structure takes into account modern shipping methods and transitions to a per-pound-based fee schedule.
With the change to align with dietary guidelines, manufacturers can voluntarily use the claim on a food package if its meets the updated criteria.
The Rural Mainstreet Index dropped below growth neutral in December after rising in November.
The company is supporting No Kid Hungry for a fifth year and sponsoring the “Get Fit for No Kid Hungry” initiative.
The International Fresh Produce Association’s vice president of sustainability spoke with The Packer about her experience at COP29 and what’s ahead for sustainability in 2025.
Customers can support public school districts’ food programs through March 31.
The Food and Drug Administration said the company recalled its 12-ounce Marketside Broccoli Florets due to possible Listera contamination.
Another coastwide strike at U.S. East and Gulf Coast ports looms large if an agreement is not reached before Jan. 15.
The shipping giant has urged customers to pick up their laden containers and return the empty ones at the U.S. East and Gulf Coast ports before Jan. 15 to mitigate potential disruptions at the terminals on account of a strike.
The report details 2024 activities around sustainability, packaging, climate-smart ag, labor and talent, and consumption and nutrition.
Steve Roosdahl, former of vice president of operations and food safety at The Oppenheimer Group, is set to succeed Murray Driediger, who will retire March 31.
Vicky Miksis previously worked for the Fibre Box Association as its marketing and research manager and consulted for ICPF.
The new members, which include representatives from Sprouts Farmers Market and Taylor Farms, will serve five-year terms.