The Packer
Coastline Family Farms, Salinas, Calif., has hired Ryan Laughton as vice president of crop production and grower relations.
Proprietary grape varieties will be highlighted in a new deal crafted between Blanc Vineyards and the National Basketball Association.
Brockton, Mass.-based Concord Foods is launching three Fresh Success vegetable seasoning mixes.
In response to demand for smaller potatoes in smaller bags, Houston-based MountainKing has acquired a packing facility dedicated exclusively to fingerlings and “baby” versions of yellow and red potatoes.
The Donio family of New Jersey has received the same national honor that Frank Sinatra, Tommy Lasorda and Tony Bennett have accepted.
Pushing trade goals and hearing about labor woes from mushroom growers, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue came to Kennett Square, Pa., and participated in an industry discussion on May 30.
With the recent acquisition of Hearn Kirkwood, The Coastal Cos. is now a member of Pro*Act, giving it a boost in foodservice capabilities, particularly in the Mid-Atlantic area.
Have you taken the Hitchcock Farms produce quiz?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has released draft guidance to help growers determine set their food safety plans.
Syngenta has appointed Chris Davison as head of business sustainability for North America.
A Federal Register notice raises the possibility that growers of tomatoes in Florida and other states stand to receive some of the proceeds of the 17.56% anti-dumping duties paid by U.S. importers of Mexican tomatoes.
A simple inquiry — what has happened to fresh tomato shipments during the last decade, especially relative to Florida and Mexico?
HILLSBOROUGH, N.J. — The Eastern Produce Council’s 44th annual golf outing and awards luncheon drew about 110 players and more for the hearty awards luncheon at Royce Brook Golf Club on June 1.
Organic herb and microgreens company Shenandoah Growers Inc., Rockingham, Va., has opened an expanded production facility in Jefferson, Ga.
Versatility is a retail promotional bonanza for Florida avocados, suppliers say. Retailers are best-served by providing shoppers with usage ideas and choices, they said.
Miami-based J&C Tropicals has upgraded its packing process, said Jessie Capote, executive vice president and co-owner.
Unity Groves Corp. has expanded its acreage and looked to improve groves by “grafting better varieties,” said Louie Carricarte, president and owner.
Software company Specright Inc., Irvine, Calif., has secured $8.8 million funding from investors to speed up product development, expand operations globally and more than double its employees.
The Food and Drug Administration and the American Chemical Society are providing a series of biannual training sessions focusing on chemical science related to food safety.
Dollar General generated $6.6 billion in net sales in the first quarter and saw comparable store sales grow 3.8%.
CeCe’s Veggie Co., Crystal Valley Foods, and Western Fresh Marketing Services Inc. are Endorsed. J & J Fresh Produce LLC, Republic Distribution LLC, and Twin Tree Farms are New Companies to the Market.
Folsom Farms, La Gloria Produce LLC, Preferred Brands of Michigan LLC, Pro Green Trading LLC, T & C Tropical Products Inc, VISION IMPORT GROUP, and World Fresh Produce Inc have profile updates.
A new six-acre greenhouse expansion by Wholesum in Arizona will produce an estimate of 3.5 million pounds of organic beefsteak tomatoes.
Truck rates are running well below a year ago and most U.S. fresh produce shipping districts had adequate to surplus truck availability in late May.
The Texas Valley Citrus Committee is seeking producer and handler nominees.
The Center for Produce Safety is offering up to $1 million in regional grants for researchers to study when and where ag water treatments are appropriate, and what options are available to growers.
Rough tropical weather in 2017 and its fallout in 2018 are now history, and Florida avocado grower-shippers say they are eager to get back to business as usual this year.
Wendy’s Berry Burst Chicken Salad is back on menus, with a half-cup of fresh strawberries and blueberries in the full-size option.
Winnipeg, Manitoba-based Peak of the Market has hired David Busby team as director of business development.
With new federal rules fast approaching and produce recalls causing a domino effect nationwide, New Jersey growers are ramping up their food safety certifications and plans.