Packer Insight — Buy American, NAFTA and changes for Columbine

Packer Insight - Buy American, NAFTA and Columbine

National editor Tom Karst and staff writer Ashley Nickle discuss the Buy American provision for school lunches and the implications for produce; the latest developments for NAFTA; and changes for Columbine Vineyards.

MORE: COO to lead Columbine Vineyards

MORE: Buy American provision creates questions

MORE: Progress noted in NAFTA talks, but time running short

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The Packer Staff
Industry
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The Packer Staff
Produce Crops
USDA plans to purchase fresh peaches, nectarines and plums
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Produce Crops
Mexican mango supply revs up for Mission Produce
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