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Three collaborators say they are uniting specialties in germplasm, AI and growing capabilities for the new breeding program.
The next VINE Connect Field Day will highlight aerial drone technology, autonomous equipment, smart irrigation systems and more.
The longtime citrus and stone fruit buyer was known for his passion for the industry, mentorship and kindness.
The nonprofit has spearheaded and supported efforts to improve labor practices across the fresh produce industry, including $25 million in worker bonuses.
Rose Vejvoda joins the Wenatchee, Wash.-based CMI Orchards and will work on regenerative agriculture initiatives.
CMI Orchards and Royal Family Farming will break ground on The Soil Center later this spring, using biochar and other strategies to build sustainable amendments.
The organization said Scott Marboe whose leadership and mentorship helped shape the Northwest tree fruit industry, will be remembered for uplifting and inspiring those around him.
The produce company says Oxifilm will reduce plastic waste and enhance sustainability in fresh fruit operations.
The International Fresh Produce Association’s Rebeckah Adcock discusses tariff impacts and future opportunities for negotiations.
A new report shows how fourth-quarter holidays fueled bagged avocado sales as Halloween surpassed Super Bowl and Cinco de Mayo unit sales growth.
The Banana Association of North America warns that 10% reciprocal tariffs could raise banana costs exponentially at supermarkets.
The Nogales, Ariz.-based company manages a network across Mexico that includes over 900 acres of open-field production, 1,400 acres of indoor production and packing facilities.
Dante Galeazzi, president and CEO of the Texas International Produce Association, shares what consumers might see in the fresh produce department.
As the spring season gets underway, grower-shippers are ramping up production of their bestselling fruits and vegetables.
The greenhouse grower also announced it will launch new snack packs at the upcoming CPMA show Montreal.
With rapidly increasing production in early April, strong supplies are projected to support Easter and Mother’s Day ads, as well as promotions from April through June.
Momentum built up by Easter promotions may well carry through to the next festive strawberry occasion, Mother’s Day.
Opportunities to showcase watermelons are growing as consumer preferences and food trends are evolving — and it is available to help foodservice operators and retailers that feature the versatile melons.
Companies share how they are gearing up to meet demand.
With tariff negotiations ongoing as the produce industry prepares to convene, the current trade war remains a cause for concern, says the Canadian Produce Marketing Association president.
Best known for its Vulcan next-generation, intra-row weeder and precision cultivator, FarmWise announced plans last month to “wind down” operations by April 1 due to lack of funding.
Changes include how volume regulations are calculated, total production updates and updates to the board representation and terms of offices.
Great Place to Work and Fortune’s annual ranking includes industry leaders like Wegmans, The Wonderful Company, Publix, Target and Walmart, recognizing their commitment to employee satisfaction and workplace excellence.
Houston-based importer and exporter dVida said it will showcase its mangoes, red and yellow dragonfruit, ginger, limes, malanga and goldenberries.
The company rose six spots on the list, which ranks enterprises based on employee assessments of company culture, leadership and relationships with workers.
The apples were shared at a local school distribution site, Santa Rita Elementary School as part of FirstFruits Farms’ Take a Bite Out of Hunger program.
Rina Perrault, vice president of strategy and sustainability for Sun World International, is leading the charge to ensure its premium fruit offerings align with environmental responsibility and long-term industry growth.
International Fresh Produce Association CEO Cathy Burns and USApple President and CEO Jim Bair highlight the importance of export markets to the fresh produce industry.
As the Florida citrus industry continues its fight against the deadly citrus greening disease, scientists are exploring genetic editing and CRISPR technology as potential solutions.
Marketers say retailers should consider cross-promoting the versatile citrus to build demand during peak season.