The Packer
The Organic Spent Mushroom Compost enhances soil fertility, optimizes productivity and achieves healthier, higher-quality harvests for produce, the grower says.
A team of researchers at Iowa State recently planted a two-year-old research orchard using a modified super spindle trellising system — a design common in Washington state and the Northeast but rare in Iowa.
The Capistrano Beach area of Orange County and the Murrieta area of Riverside County are now part of the state’s quarantine to limit the spread of the Asian citrus psyllid and the huanglongbing disease.
To learn more about the Devens, Mass.-based greenhouse grower’s decade of continued growth, The Packer sat down with CEO Paul Sellew at the recent IFPA Global Produce and Floral Show.
Sprouts Farmers Market is now offering squash from Kreher Family Farms, which is Certified Regenerative by A Greener World.
The annual trek not only raises visibility for the Water For All mission but also provides an opportunity to witness the impact in communities it serves.
FitzGerald has joined DNO Produce to help lead the company’s program to educate kids on healthy snack choices.
CAB recently held voting for its nine-member board, with the addition of one new face, three existing members changing roles and the return of five others.
Off-year elections don’t get much attention, but there are some areas of agricultural interest for these states’ voters to weigh in on during upcoming 2025 elections.
At the recent IFPA Global Produce and Floral Show, the fresh produce industry showed it remains focused on growth and increasing access to fresh fruits and vegetables.
The 2026 Leadership Circle Celebration recognized 34 supplier companies that have earned all five stars in the online Ethical Charter Implementation Program’s Learn, Assess, Benchmark platform.
The Idaho Potato Commission has launched a new, playful commercial that drives home the message that Idaho potatoes are serious business.
The newly formed “Grow it Here” seeks to educate policymakers and the public on the dire need for short-term and long-term ag reform.
As USDA confirms no SNAP benefits will be issued on Nov. 1, DoorDash is stepping in to deliver 1 million free meals and waive delivery fees for hundreds of thousands of SNAP customers nationwide at Sprouts, Dollar General, Schnucks, Ahold Delhaize brands, Hy-Vee and Wegmans.
Having your information compromised is a matter of when, not if, says Chris Sherman from Tech Support Farm.
Pressured by disease and global issues on the one side, and changing consumer interests on the other, the future of banana marketing must become more engaging.
While more than 1,100 companies exhibited at this year’s Global Produce and Floral Show, the organization recognized certain companies for outstanding efforts.
A new Algolia survey shows 73% of U.S. consumers are stressed about grocery prices, prompting them to seek savings through store brands, loyalty programs and AI powered tools, while still prioritizing fresh produce, meat and dairy.
She will serve as the company’s chair of retail strategy and industry relations to guide retail strategy for the company’s fresh produce brands.
Bryn Fussell will serve as director of membership for the Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association and the executive director of the Florida Specialty Crop Foundation.
The $860 million investment will expand capacity for the supply chain network, supporting Food Lion and other grocery brands and bring more than 500 jobs to Burlington.
Globally and in the U.S., data shows millennials and Gen Z shoppers view produce purchase differently than baby boomers and Gen X shoppers.
Equifruit says its mission is global fair-trade banana domination, and it’s pursuing that “badass” vision through unexpected, nimble marketing.
The company continues to grow with the addition of 5,000 square feet of cooling space for its full line of tropical items.
Exhibitors at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Show discussed new products and new initiatives, as well as current season projections.
Federal and state leaders say the government shutdown’s halt of SNAP funding in November — the first time in history the program has been suspended during a shutdown — could leave 42 million Americans without food assistance, drawing urgent responses from food banks and grocery retailers bracing for economic fallout.
Jennifer Jacobs, who has nearly two decades of experience in the natural foods and retail industry, will lead member engagement efforts.
Debbie Willmann has been with the company for the massive growth of the avocado industry and played numerous roles in leadership.
Distributors share their outlooks for sales of fall and winter offerings.
Salad companies are driving category growth through innovations in flavor, packaging and freshness that align with consumers’ demand for convenience, health and sustainability.