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The International Fresh Produce Association says the June 18 event in Miami is set to offer an interactive experience into the future of floral and how participants can leverage research to drive change and prosperity.

The Salinas, Calif.-based berry grower recently touted its initiatives with using renewable energy, supporting recycling, using regenerative growing techniques and more.

The year-round supplier of russet, red and yellow commodity and baby potatoes will showcase its offerings at the April 23-25 event in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Cincinnati-based packaging machine supplier ProMach says it has acquired Etiflex, a producer of pressure-sensitive and RFID labels.

The USDA plans to buy the fruit for distribution to various food nutrition assistance programs.

Mango demand is strong and Mission Produce says it's looking forward to the ramp-up of the Mexican mango season to supply customer ripe programs all spring and summer.