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Complaints filed against Spiech Farms, Sunrise for PACA debts

Oct 01, 2018 by Daniel Vanderhorst

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has filed administrative complaints under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act against two produce companies, one in Michigan and another in Florida.

Berry People launches blueberry season, AvoPeople avocados

Oct 01, 2018 by Tom Karst

Hollister, Calif.-based Berry People is launching its inaugural Chilean blueberry season and its AvoPeople brand organic avocados from both Mexico and Chile.

Electronic Data Submission: What Does it Mean for the Food Processor? (Sponsored)

Oct 01, 2018 by Agrian

It’s a challenging time to be a food processor. New pressures, driven by food safety concerns, sustainability programs, and issues surrounding exporting like constantly changing MRLs (maximum residue levels), are creating demands on processors like never before.

‘Just walk out’ format shopping expands

Oct 01, 2018 by Craig Carlson

On Sept. 17 Amazon Go opened its first location in Chicago.

New CEO at Bonduelle Fresh Americas, formerly Ready Pac Foods

Oct 01, 2018 by Chris Koger

Bonduelle Fresh Americas — the former Ready Pac Foods — has appointed Mary Thompson to CEO.

UPDATED: U.S., Mexico and Canada reach trade deal

Sep 30, 2018 by Tom Karst

(UPDATED, Oct. 1 ) Wrapping up talks at the 11th hour of a self-imposed deadline, the U.S., Mexico and Canada agreed on a new trade deal the night of Sept. 30.

California kiwifruit to see lower assessment rate

Sep 30, 2018 by Tom Karst

California kiwifruit growers and handlers will see a lower assessment rate under a new proposal from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Accu-Label, Orora enter strategic partnership

Sep 30, 2018 by Chris Koger

Orora Packaging Solutions has entered into a strategic partnership with Accu-Label.

Port Tampa Bay welcomes pineapples

Sep 30, 2018 by Chris Koger

Port Logistics Refrigerated Services at Port Tampa Bay, Fla., recently received its first shipments of pineapples.

Service First Logistics rebrands as SFL Cos.

Sep 30, 2018 by Chris Koger

SFL Cos., formerly known as Service First Logistics, has undergone a comprehensive rebranding, including investing in advanced technology.

IFCO issues sustainability certificate to retailers

Sep 30, 2018 by Chris Koger

Reusable plastic container company IFCO, Pullach, Germany, has started a sustainability certification initiative for retail customers in Europe and North America.

Bee Sweet Citrus ready as California season begins

Sep 30, 2018 by Chris Koger

With California’s citrus season starting, Bee Sweet Citrus has a positive outlook with numerous varieties ready for retailers.

Chelan Fresh donates salad bar carts to Fuel Up to Play 60

Sep 30, 2018 by Chris Koger

Chelan Fresh and Fuel Up to Play 60, an in-school nutrition and physical activity program, are collaborating to increase access to more nutritious food choices in schools.

New York Apple prepares for holiday display ‘extravaganza’

Sep 30, 2018 by Chris Koger

The New York Apple Association, Fishers, is sponsoring a holiday extravaganza display contest for retailers.

Retailers show support for new ag scholarship program

Sep 29, 2018 by Tom Karst

Participating retailers in 30 states are contributing a percentage of sales from selected volumes of Vidalia onions to provide college scholarships to support future farmers and agriculture professionals.

Fresh produce items notch high sustainability scores

Sep 29, 2018 by Tom Karst

Apples, pears, stone fruit, cucumbers, melons and squash scored at the top of the chart for sustainability in a recent study by The Sustainability Consortium.

Rainier Fruit launches “Pear for Pairs” campaign

Sep 28, 2018 by Tom Karst

Selah, Wash.-based Rainier Fruit announced a new Wholesome to the Core holiday marketing program called “Pears for Pairs.”

New Jersey celebrates Jersey Tastes! at Procacci Bros.

Sep 28, 2018 by Tom Karst

The New Jersey Department of Agriculture visited the Procacci Bros. Farm in Cumberland County to highlight Jersey Tastes! during Jersey Fresh Farm to School Week.

New Jersey recognizes farm to school suppliers

Sep 28, 2018 by Tom Karst

NJ Secretary of Agriculture Douglas Fisher has recognized Terhune Orchards and the Mount family of Mercer County as the winning farm participating in the first Jersey Fresh Farm to School Farmer Recognition Award.

New bill looks to give Florida growers ‘level playing field’

Sep 28, 2018 by Ashley Nickle

U.S. senators Marco Rubio and Bill Nelson have introduced legislation that would give Florida fruit and vegetable growers recourse in the event of seasonal dumping by Mexican growers.