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The Packer’s Women in Produce shines a spotlight on the visionaries shaping the future of the supply chain through leadership, legacy and inspiration.
Importers and domestic growers seek to launch a unified push to align the industry through science-based handling standards and strong consumer marketing.
Barbara Ruhs, director of nutrition affairs and communications for Pears USA, explains how the produce industry can use her “science sandwich” method to leverage viral TikTok movements and reach younger consumers to share the benefits of a diet rich in fresh produce.
Hannaford Supermarkets’ latest annual impact data reveals a considerable scale-up in hunger relief and regional investment, totaling millions in direct funding for schools, health initiatives and local farms across five states.
Isaias Lepes Arredondo boasts an extraordinary 50-year career with Zirkle Fruit Co., where he currently serves as the indispensable equipment manager and has the respect and admiration of colleagues and leadership alike.
Kaushal Khakhar, CEO of India’s Kay Bee Exports, says the skyrocketing demand for Indian varieties proves that emotional heritage and superior flavor profiles can bypass rational pricing logic.
The Packer’s Women in Produce shines a spotlight on the visionaries shaping the future of the supply chain through leadership, legacy and inspiration.
Anuj Girdhar is a seasoned agriculture and consumer products finance executive who joins the Sunkist leadership team.
The Taylor Farms census reveals a highly regionalized retail landscape where search data for bold, functional and “swangy” flavor profiles provides a roadmap for grocery leaders to tailor their fresh assortments to the “30 plants per week” consumer movement.
The company says the early-season melons offer exceptional flavor and a consistent eating experience.
Gopal is a globally recognized digital transformation expert with over 25 years of experience leading artificial intelligence and data strategy for Fortune 100 giants like Eli Lilly and Walgreens.
Rising fuel costs and retaliatory tariffs are forcing growers, marketers and shippers to navigate a chaotic market where losing international share means immediate price drops at home.
Great Lakes Tek Flex will tackle the unique challenges of Midwestern growers by connecting them with autonomous robotics and AI solutions to solve labor shortages and accelerate technology adoption across the region.
The Packer’s Women in Produce shines a spotlight on the visionaries shaping the future of the supply chain through leadership, legacy and inspiration.
Jesús Gutiérrez Manuel is a distinguished farmworker leader who combines 15 years of agricultural expertise with a background in nursing to advocate for innovation, food safety and the holistic well-being of his peers.
Columnist Armand Lobato shares how a simple moment helped unlock a big idea.
The global fruit marketer and fruit genetics says its Blyde Late variety remains in the market in May, while other varieties begin to taper off.
Severe drought and unseasonable spring heat in North Carolina are causing significant yield losses for specialty crops like brassicas and berries while simultaneously increasing pest pressures for regional organic growers.
Magaly Alfaro Avalos is a veteran harvest leader and aspiring agronomy engineer who has spent 18 years at NatureSweet, blending elite technical performance with a deep commitment to community advocacy and the mentorship of women in agriculture.
The Packer’s Women in Produce shines a spotlight on the visionaries shaping the future of the supply chain through leadership, legacy and inspiration.
The Packer’s Women in Produce shines a spotlight on the visionaries shaping the future of the supply chain through leadership, legacy and inspiration.
After passing the House 224-200, the farm bill is headed to the Senate, where SNAP funding could be another problematic topic.
The company is targeting expansion in Italy’s evolving fresh produce market by providing on-site ethylene solutions to meet the growing demand for precise ripening of bananas, avocados and persimmons while insulating operators from global supply chain volatility.
The Equitable Food Initiative and The Packer have revealed the the top five nominees for the third annual award, recognizing the essential leaders who ensure the success and safety of the fresh produce industry.
A new poll reveals that 65% of New Jerseyans favor legislation to ban electronic shelf labels, fearing that the technology enables retailers to use personal data for predatory, instantaneous price hikes.
Retailers can capitalize on the growing popularity of air fryers by positioning fresh potatoes as a convenient, versatile staple for consumers seeking fast and crispy restaurant-quality results at home.
The Packer’s Women in Produce shines a spotlight on the visionaries shaping the future of the supply chain through leadership, legacy and inspiration.