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Dante Galeazzi, president and CEO of the Texas International Produce Association, sat down with The Packer to discuss the latest on the tomato suspension agreement and early USMCA discussions.
The company’s Pennsylvania site expands to 40 acres with the opening of its newest greenhouse.
The successful donation campaign is timed around Grandparents Day to support seniors facing hunger and isolation.
AgZen’s first product, RealCoverage, can be bolted onto any sprayer and is the world’s only sensor and AI-based system that measures and optimizes the number of drops of crop protection products applied to crops.
Every aisle at the IFPA Global Produce and Floral Show was filled with new products, packaging, merchandising concepts and more.
Companies exhibiting at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce and Floral Show debuted new product introductions and discussed new updates forthcoming.
Its new Amiga lineup features integration with Bonsai Intelligence, low-clearance vehicles and off-road capabilities.
The three companies will unify as Sumitomo Biorational Company starting in April 2026
This year’s International Fresh Produce Association Global Produce and Floral Show featured an array of on-trend new products, campaigns, marketing and branding.
The companies say this move helps Fresh Del Monte strengthen its core portfolio while allowing Church Brothers the chance to deliver greater value to retail and foodservice customers.
The 1939 Group has acquired 51 Wisconsin grocery stores, uniting them under one family of companies and welcoming 8,000 new employees.
When complete, the facility will produce 66,000 gallons of product every month.
Meijer team members chose more than 500 local organizations across the Midwest to support.
The company says its 2025 meal basket offers a full holiday feast at the lowest price since it started the program.
Since the “Liberation Day” roll out of tariffs, “it’s been constant turmoil” for anybody dealing with imported products, said one panelist at the IFPA Global Produce and Floral Show.
While there are distinct headwinds in the current economy, Arjun Chakravarti, managing partner of a Chicago-based consultancy Cogknition Analytics, says there’s also strong opportunities.
The grocer says it offers resources, benefits and training to support and develop employees.
Exhibitors at this year’s International Fresh Produce Association Global Produce and Floral Show served up fresh products and revamped designs.
The extended partnership supplies stores throughout the region with family-size salad kits from Local Bounti’s facility in Pasco, Wash.
The company says Krisalix accelerates the discovery of bioactive molecules, offering innovative solutions that enhance sustainability, meet regulatory standards and support modern farming practices.
Tara Murray, vice president of marketing for Fresh Innovations and Yo Quiero Brands, shares how brands can respond to consumer trends in flavor and snacking and the opportunities in the industry for innovation and disruption.
The study, which examined the nutritional composition of both AeroFarms Micro Broccoli and mature broccoli florets, confirmed that AeroFarms Micro Broccoli offers up to 35 times more nutrient density per ounce than mature broccoli florets for specific vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients.
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture recently showcased how the AGRI Farm to School Grant program helps bring fresh, Minnesota-grown foods to students while supporting local farmers.
The Climate Prediction Center says there’s a 71% chance of La Niña conditions developing from October through December, while also issuing a La Niña Watch. However, one meteorologist expects La Niña to make a quick exit.
While the fresh produce industry faces a multitude of threats, the International Fresh Produce Association continues to advocate for fresh fruits and vegetables, said CEO Cathy Burns in her keynote address.
The expansion will be celebrated with a grand opening ceremony on January 14.
The vice president of global marketing and communications for U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council is an accomplished global marketing leader with a 20-year track record of building, transforming and elevating some of the world’s most recognizable food and beverage brands.
Every season is ripe for coming up with ideas to push sales with secondary displays, says columnist Armand Lobato.
According to the Brick Meets Click Grocery Shopper Survey, growth was fueled by the largest base of e-grocery shoppers to date, continued gains in order frequency and strong spending per order.
Through proceeds from limited-edition reusable bag sales and customer donations, the campaign raised a total of $113,220, exceeding the retailer’s $100,000 goal.