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U.S. imports of Chilean blueberries totaled 45,982 metric tons in 2022, up from 42,458 metric tons in 2021 and up from 42,608 metric tons in 2020.
UGC says it cultivates nourishing environments that support health, economic development, healing and creativity through urban agriculture.
Whole Foods Market’s new locations feature fresh produce from local suppliers.
The company said the move covers additional costs due to labor disruptions, slowdowns, congestion and other unforeseen events.
“The Big Flavor: Wellness Never Tasted So Good” campaign features healthy recipes and usage ideas, social media, video content with the association’s spokespuppet Bob for Apples from New York, and more.
A mentor to countless individuals and a pioneer in organic produce, Maureen Royal died on Dec. 26.
Amy Cohn joins the Cherry Industry Administrative Board and Cherry Marketing Institute after 17 years at General Mills.
The workforce development and certification organization is touting the success and rapid growth of the Ethical Charter Implementation Program.
With produce industry use of reusable plastic containers and pallets rising, providers seek to push ahead with efficiency, cost effectiveness and sustainability.
A portion of sales from the company’s cracker-like crisps made from upcycled fruits and vegetables will support Brighter Bites’ mission.
America’s Conservation Ag Movement explores the intersection of farming, food and family on one Louisiana farm.
The deal with Vizient and Provista will enable clients to optimize produce purchases while leveraging a broad selection of center-of-plate protein providers, the company says.
Now that the election results are in, the parlor game of who President-elect Donald Trump will tap to serve on his Cabinet has returned, and there’s a host of possibilities.
Set for Feb. 5-7 in Berlin, the event will feature an expanded Startup World, which shines a light on groundbreaking solutions and emerging technologies.
Volume of U.S. fresh potatoes sent to Mexico was up 55% from October 2023 through September 2024, the USDA reports.
A project at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign compared risk management mitigation strategies to prevent exposure to contaminants.
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.
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