The Packer
Industry insiders say he brings ample experience working with agriculture from his previous roles.
As fertilizer prices climb and supplies tighten during geopolitical turmoil, Hylio’s Arthur Erickson says precision drone technology is helping farmers cut input costs while protecting yields.
Suppliers are prioritizing value and convenience in this increasingly popular packaging.
The 70-year-old greenhouse legacy shares how by investing in controlled environments, advancing efficiencies and ensuring it can adapt quickly, the company remains resilient, regardless of trade shifts or market volatility.
California’s produce industry is anticipating a robust 2026 season with increased strawberry yields, steady table grape volumes and high-quality stone fruit, all supported by early harvests and aggressive global marketing campaigns.
By bridging the gap between biological innovation and traditional chemistry, Corteva Agriscience is providing specialty growers with tools to maximize yields and secure ROI, offering a buffer for farmers navigating high-cost and volatile fertilizer markets.
The 2026 Viva Fresh Expo in San Antonio shattered attendance records, drawing nearly 2,900 industry professionals to a sold-out show floor. The event solidified its position as a premier produce hub, spotlighting major trends across the Tex-Mex corridor.
According to the Avocado Institute of Mexico, this announcement marks new progress towards the Mexican avocado industry’s sustainability goals.
The campaign also encourages retailers to merchandise walnuts in the produce department, where shoppers are already looking for fresh, whole foods.
Tauber-Arons Inc. and CFM Worldwide are hosting an auction April 30 to May 7 for the complete equipment of a high-capacity tomato packing facility in Indio, Calif.
From labor and water shortages to fraud and cartels, a fast-paced, insight-packed education session at Viva Fresh Expo 2026 in San Antonio, tackled some of the biggest challenges facing produce in the Tex-Mex corridor and beyond.
Leading growers explain why domestic production is no longer a backup option but a strategic asset capable of replacing international imports.
The board has rolled out Cinco de Mango campaign initiatives, as well as released multiple studies, including one that examines the impact of mangoes on prediabetic adults and overweight adults.
Not all jobs are memorable for good reasons. Columnist Armand Lobato details his worst roles and explains how they ultimately prepared him for better opportunities.
The partnership combines strategic capital investment and renewable natural gas offtake arrangement, advancing Divert to a valuation of over $1 billion.
The date brand is refocusing its strategic distribution on the U.S. market, appointing David Baxter as CEO and expanding its volume through a new partnership with Naturally Grown Growers.
Four ways artificial intelligence helps these farmers manage their business.
While the USDA begins rolling out long-awaited specialty crop grants, National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles warns that the $1 billion in emergency relief for the industry remains stuck in neutral, leaving farmers waiting on urgently needed relief that has yet to arrive.
“Stokes Purple sweetpotatoes have that special balance of pigment to wow and appear very dark, while the sweetness is high enough to balance out the bitterness of the purple color,” says Jeremy Fookes, sales director for A.V. Thomas Produce.
The 2026 grape season is defined by a shift toward high-flavor and organic heirloom varieties, supported by significant national research into vineyard resilience and a growing consumer demand for premium, “flavor-first” fruit.
By training produce experts to identify and rescue fresh fruits and vegetables at their peak, Hannaford ensures that high-quality nutrition reaches local food banks and pantries instead of going to waste.
As the indoor farming leader hits a decade and a half of operations, co-founder Viraj Puri moves to executive chairman while industry veteran Craig Stevenson takes the helm as CEO.
From a state-of-the-art tech stack to a day’s drive from the entire East Coast, this startup is prioritizing flavor and freshness over traditional yield-first models.
Dwyer has been tapped to lead efforts to expand Clarifresh’s North American presence and deepen partnerships across the industry.
Distributors say big and bold techniques could help retailers move more mangoes.
In the role of vice president of public affairs, Vetter will support alignment on governmental affairs across the company’s global regions.
From partnering with bold, international artists to an AI-powered social video experience in Times Square to a presence at Milan Design Week, the global banana brand is on a mission to elevate the everyday fruit into something truly inspired.
The Peruvian Avocado Commission recognized the industry pioneers for their decades of visionary leadership and instrumental roles in establishing Peru as a premier global avocado supplier.
The initiative invites customers to support regenerative organic farming through pledges, purchases and register donations from April 1-30.
By funding the transition of thousands of acres to regenerative organic agriculture, Patagonia Provisions is leveraging its unique ownership model to protect the health of its own community and help local farmers break the cycle of chemical dependency.