I got my start in the produce/food supply chain industry with CHEP in 2006. While in university my interest in the supply chain grew as I learned about all the pieces of the puzzle and how they all fit.
The pandemic was very good for organic produce demand, and new research from Rabobank looks at the reasons behind that surge and what may be next for the sector.
Biden's new Build Back Better plan could have a sweeping impact on ag. The plan provides a boost to biofuels and conservation efforts and expands USDA's proposed minority farmer and rancher debt relief by $6 billion.
Listen to Episode 63 of our Tip of the Iceberg Podcast, featuring Rabobank fruit, vegetable and nut analyst Almuhanad Melhim, who uses his October report to discuss the future of organic produce demand post-pandemic.
The National Council of Farmer Cooperatives expressed its support for the inclusion of significant new funding to promote the adoption of climate-smart agricultural practices.
The Bee Sweet Citrus marketing team has launched a multi-faceted marketing campaign to celebrate the rebrand of its label and the firm's diverse citrus line.
The FDA, along with CDC and state and local partners, is investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Oranienburg infections linked to whole, fresh onions.
Designed for producers, wholesalers, and supermarkets, the Consentio digital ‘platform’ simplifies and accelerates sales, reduces costs and improves profits, according to a news release.
USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack and Rep. Cindy Axne joined AgriTalk with host Chip Flory and Pro Farmer Policy Analyst Jim Wiesemeyer recently to comb through President Biden’s reframe of the Build Back Better (BBB) plan.
With COVID-19 inspired population shifts and farmland changing hands, you likely have a new neighbor or two. Don’t let that relationship become problematic.
Researchers have conducted significant research into the role of water in foodborne outbreaks, but the potential for dust particles to transfer pathogens onto produce has been largely overlooked.
Out of more than 100 applicants, five agtech start-up companies have been selected to go head-to-head in the Western Growers/S2G Ventures 2021 AgSharks Competition.
Top leaders of the new International Fresh Produce Association convened in a video call with more than 20 members of the media to talk about the goals and mission of the new industry group.
International Fresh Produce Association Co-CEOs Cathy Burns and Tom Stenzel were joined by industry leaders to share updates about the new produce and floral association.
As a complementary philanthropic partner of the new International Fresh Produce Association, the Foundation for Fresh Produce will be launched with a vision to grow a healthier world.
After helping to lead a heady period of robust growth for the organic industry, the Organic Trade Association’s CEO Laura Batcha has announced plans to step down from her role by the spring of 2022.
Late October rains in California brought some relief to the drought-stricken state but created little immediate concern for the balance of California’s grape harvest.
Doubling down on its unique research and development (R&D) strategy and pace for introducing category-first product innovations, Revol Greens is adding Mohammed Oufattole, MBA as Chief Technology Officer.
The 'USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announced today an investment of over $50 million to 140 organizations and institutions that teach and train beginning farmers and ranchers.
Okanagan Specialty Fruits (OSF), the developer and grower behind the innovative Arctic® apple varieties, is celebrating its 25th anniversary this month.
Oct. 27 update: The FDA, along with CDC and state and local partners, is investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Oranienburg infections linked to whole, fresh onions.
Rockingham, Va.-based Soli Organic, formerly called Shenandoah Growers, secured a $120 million financing agreement to expand its controlled environment agriculture (CEA) operations.
With Philadelphia terminal market mushroom prices running 30% above year-ago levels in late October, the American Mushroom Institute warned that tight supplies of mushrooms are anticipated for the holiday season.
Effective immediately, the USDA is establishing three new quarantine areas and expanding two existing quarantine areas for citrus canker in Cameron County, Texas, to prevent the spread of the disease.
Pure Flavor is introducing two new fresh products to its line of sustainable greenhouse grown organics as the grower continues expanding its category offerings to meet consumer demand.
Record-breaking heat in the U.S. in 2021 endangered millions of workers exposed to heat illness and injury in both indoor and outdoor work environments.
Mission Produce, Inc. announces the promotion of Denise Junqueiro to Vice President of Marketing and Communications, reporting to Steve Barnard, Chief Executive Officer and Founder.
Sens. Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Mike Braun (R-IN) and Reps. Jim McGovern (D-MA) and Jackie Walorski (R-IN) have introduced the White House Conference on Food, Nutrition, Hunger and Health Act.
The U.S. is facing supply chain disruptions as it enters the holiday season, and the impacts reach far beyond the delivery of gifts and ingredients for traditional meals.
It’s that time of the year again when the chill in the air sends shoppers to stores to stock up on tissues, teas, and anything to bolster the immune system!