The Packer
The Southeast Produce Council has awarded almost $150,000 through the SEPC Member Scholarship program this year.
West Pak Avocado has made changes to facilities to ensure they have the latest technology, while taking precautions for worker safety during the pandemic.
Consumers will flock to stores for Northwest cherries, and they will have plenty of choices, marketers say.
Crowley Logistics, Jacksonville, Fla., has promoted Bob Goldenberg to vice president of commercial operations.
Chiquita is celebrating its 15th year of protecting biodiversity in the Nogal Nature and Community Reserve in Costa Rica.
United Fresh has launched a webpage with detailed information on the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program, the direct payment program to help producers reclaim some of the losses from the pandemic.
From recognizing the importance of small moments of fun to donating services to help consumers, companies are finding ways to respond in the crisis.
As the first large virtual produce trade show, United Fresh LIVE! will be a groundbreaking event for attendees and exhibitors.
Looking at the future of organic produce marketing after COVID-19, the United Fresh Produce Association and Organic Produce Network will co-host an Organic General Session during United Fresh LIVE!
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect companies and individuals in the fresh produce industry.
The Food and Drug Administration is extending the application period for the Voluntary Qualified Importer Program.
Echoing concerns raised in the fresh produce industry, members of Congress serving on House agriculture subcommittees, are asking about the process to award contracts for the Farmers to Families Food Box program.
U.S. blueberries grown in 11 states and California avocados now have access to the Chinese market as a result of the U.S.-China Phase One Economic and Trade Agreement.
A University of Florida survey on COVID-19’s effects on the state’s agriculture industry shows that most operations continue to operate, and expect to weather the long-term effects of the pandemic.
Santa Barbara,Calif.-based Apeel Sciences has announced $250 million in new financing, and endorsements from Oprah Winfrey and Katy Perry. The financial boosts brings the company’s valuation to more than $1 billion.
Haitian mangoes maintained their lead on The Packer’s PMG the week of May 18, and cherries claimed the second spot.
Public comments are due June 1 to the 2020 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, and procrastinators are peppering the committee with plenty of last-minute directions about what they should do next.
Vision Import Group, Hackensack, N.J., has hired Alberto Obregon as director of global procurement.
Led by unanimous support from their board of directors, the United Fresh Produce Association is jumping into the future with the virtual United Fresh LIVE! event the week of June 15.
Abound Logistics LLC, Heras, Holland Produce Company Inc., Ryder Farms, and Taiwah Trading Corporation are new companies to the Market. Moser Fruit Tree Sales Inc., Musgrave Orchard and others have updates.
Dole is hosting a contest to celebrate the Dole Whip, a non-dairy treat featuring banana and pineapple.
Mexican hydroponic greenhouse grower Magic Sun, has created a new position, sales operations director, and hired Alejandra Garcia for the role.
Alonso, Cre8ad8 LLC, North Coast Opportunities Inc., T&B Rustic Waters LLC and Valmar International Produce Growers LLC are new companies to the Market. Windham Packaging LLC, Troyer Brothers FL Inc. have changes & more.
Progressive Produce, Los Angeles, has hired Andrew Engles as sales manager in the asparagus and wet vegetable division.
Northwest cherry suppliers say they are working to overcome two hurdles connected to the coronavirus COVID-19 as they hurtle toward a new season. One is fear; the other, money.
The United Fresh Produce Association will be presenting the data from its latest FreshFacts on Retail report, covering the first quarter of 2020, with a web seminar.
This sweet tropical fruit attracts families with kids. One-quarter of those with kids living at home said they bought pineapple, compared to 23% without kids who said the same.
A new United Fresh-Cornell University Executive Education certificate program will be delivered during the June 15-19 United Fresh LIVE! event.
The Canadian Produce Marketing Association has partnered with NSF Canada to offer online food safety, regulatory and quality assurance workshops in June.
Yakima, Wash.-based Domex Superfresh Growers has introduced Super Cherry, a jumbo cherry label.