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The New Zealand government is giving the agri-tech sector an injection of 29.9 million New Zealand dollars through its Horticulture Technology Catalyst initiative.
Dole Food Co. Hawaii, part of Dole plc, has launched a hands-on, behind-the-scenes agricultural tour of the original Dole pineapple farm on Oahu in Hawaii.
North Carolina fresh fruit and vegetable shipments rose 6% in 2022 when compared with 2021, according to USDA data.
A diminished peach crop hurt total fresh produce volumes in South Carolina in 2022, USDA statistics show.
Nine inspections of stores in four states operated by Dollar General Corp. and Dolgencorp found unsafe conditions for employees, according to the Department of Labor.
The indoor ag grower has added 20 acres in Central Texas to its controlled environment agriculture footprint, which also includes operations in Minnesota, Georgia and California.
Indianapolis-based FreshEdge, a family of fresh food distribution companies backed by Wind Point Partners, has acquired Chicago wholesaler Panama Banana.
Among other requirements, scholarships are awarded to applicants who meet the application criteria of having a parent or grandparent who is a corporate member in good standing with the SEPC.
The first British Columbia cherries should hit the market by the end of June, says Richard Isaacs, commercial director of Global Fruit, Creston, B.C.
The early signs point to a healthy crop of cherries in the Northwest, says Tim Kovis, director of communications and events for the Washington State Tree Fruit Association, Yakima, Wash.
Weather challenges had an effect on some of the early spring/summer produce coming out of Georgia, but growers remain optimistic for a good season.
The South Carolina-based fresh peach and vegetable grower says it has strengthened its leadership team by adding James Sparks as CFO and promoting Ross Williams and Jason Rodgers.
The signs of El Niño grew even stronger this month, and as the weather event looks to make its grand return, significant weather changes could be on deck for U.S. farmers this year.
The onion category has not escaped the perils of inflation that have challenged the produce industry as prices of inputs and other necessities have skyrocketed over the past couple of years.
When it comes to understanding what consumers want from healthful, wholesome and flavorful prepared foods at retail, Barons Market has its finger on the pulse of fresh.
From sustainable packaging to grab-and-go convenience to functional mushrooms, the recent Organic Produce Summit 2023, held July 12-13 in Monterey, Calif., was on-trend and energy-packed.
This year’s Peruvian asparagus crop has faced challenges from weather, but rising consumption trends offer a bright spot for retailers.
Salinas, Calif.-based Taylor Farms has announced the launch of the company’s newest Snack Packs.
Kate Burr will lead the California-based grower-marketer’s programs related to quality assurance, food safety and sustainability processes, procedures, audits and inspections.
Longbow Advantage has announced a new product vision for The Rebus Platform.
Before serving as interim brand president, Ruane served as senior vice president and chief commercial officer for The Giant Co.
USA Pears has announced that its 10 pear varieties were recognized in Good Housekeeping’s 2023 Best Snack Awards.
Michigan State University molecular plant scientist Dan Chitwood has received a $640,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to learn how to predict a plant’s phenotype.
As weather woes continue to challenge field berry supplies, greenhouse producer Nature Fresh Farms has launched new greenhouse-grown, organic strawberries.
The Summer Citrus from South Africa group has reflected on over two decades shipping citrus to the U.S. markets in the summer months and the key partnerships that have supported exports.
While heirlooms can be more challenging to grow in the field, North Carolina-based Happy Dirt farmer-owner Sanford Fishel has found a way to defy the odds.
Strawberry grower-shippers say buyers can expect plenty of good-quality strawberries from California through summer and into fall despite an inauspicious start to the season.
“A very nice crop overall with good quality and sizing” is expected, said Joe Vargas, director of business intelligence for the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council.
While truckload freight volumes and spot rates held firm in June, contract rates fell to their lowest points in almost two years.
Blackberries and raspberries may not top consumers’ shopping lists, but they are commodities that a good number of shoppers pick up at least occasionally.