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Organics are in the spotlight this year with the addition of organic brown coconut and organic white dragon fruit, both available year-round.
As the longtime board member Neil DeFeo retires after 27 years, Berry Martin joins the fresh berry company’s board of directors.
The FruitGuys Community Fund supported 21 projects this year, awarding funding to everything from sustainable irrigation to organic certification.
In a letter to employees, Fidji Simo, CEO of Instacart, said she will leave her role later this year and join OpenAI.
The FDA said Ray and Mascari recalled its four-count of vine-ripened tomatoes due to a potential Salmonella contamination.
The state’s ascent to the world’s fourth-largest economy is powered in no small part by its $59 billion agriculture sector, which dominates national production and global exports of key commodities.
Skip Hulett brings a wealth of legal experience and leadership success at NatureSweet to the board, according to CEA industry group.
The Packer’s Women in Produce honorees have followed distinctly different paths to arrive at a place where they’re making powerful and positive change.
The Packer’s Women in Produce celebrates leaders who are moving the industry forward and inspiring future generations to do the same.
Joe Cook, who joined the company in 2016 as a transportation broker, most recently served as operations manager.
Several produce companies — including Oppy, Mastronardi Produce, Fresh Direct and Red Sun Farms — received the Canada’s Best Managed Companies award.
Consumers who purchase $5 in mangoes from May 6 through June 15 will have a chance to win “Lilo & Stitch” Fandango movie tickets and a tropical vacation.
With a potential end of the deal looming, the Texas International Produce Association’s president and CEO says those interested in remaining in the agreement must speak up about its importance.
Frutura LLC, Dayka & Hackett, Subsole and Frutura Uruguay were certified by B Lab.
The second solar project for the company, Stemilt said the 3,000 solar panels on 4 acres will help fulfill sustainability initiatives.
The retailer has reached a $100 million milestone in its Simply Give hunger relief program and is marking the occasion by making a special $1.5 million contribution to hundreds of Simply Give pantries.
Five strategic teams were introduced during the event, each spearheading a core area of growth, advancing key objectives including innovation, market intelligence, labor and technology, and other critical priorities.
The Packer’s Women in Produce honors champions of agriculture and fresh produce consumption who are playing vital roles in the success of their own organizations and the future of the produce industry.
Set to open May 14, the global agtech company’s new innovation hub will provide access to exclusive vegetable varieties in North America and serve additional roles in operations.
The world’s fourth-largest economy owes a lot of its success to agriculture, and creative water management is essential.
The Packer’s Women in Produce recognizes eight incredible leaders, changemakers and trailblazers.
Optimism around early movement and crop quality are leading into an anticipated sales boost for Mother’s Day and Independence Day.
The event is part of Avocados From Peru’s broader seasonal strategy to deliver high-impact, turnkey campaigns for retail and foodservice partners.
With the support of its retail collaborators, the 2025 Take a Bite Out of Hunger program provided 126,922 pounds of apples.
The full-day event brought together growers, educators, industry leaders and those in the tech industry to showcase innovations impacting the ag industry.
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These seasonal campaigns blend nutrition education, convenience and playful engagement to encourage families to enjoy more produce together.
BrightFarms Chief Financial Officer Steve Campione will serve as chair, joined by five board newcomers and five returning members.
The Packer’s Women in Produce honorees have followed distinctly different paths to arrive at a place where they’re making powerful and positive change.
Employee contributions set a new benchmark for the company, with funds helping to grant wishes for children facing critical illnesses.
The Packer’s Women in Produce recognizes eight incredible leaders, changemakers and trailblazers.