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Kasey Cronquist, president of the North American Blueberry Council praised the committee’s efforts to address the needs of specialty crop growers.

The Los Angeles-based company has appointed Andy Webb, a 15-year produce veteran, to the role.

The California Department of Food and Agriculture has expanded the Huanglongbing (HLB) quarantine boundary in the Coto de Caza area of Orange County, Calif.

It’s important to have a plan in place before it’s too late, said Vanessa Frank, an immigration attorney working in Ventura County, Calif.

The AI-based precision agriculture company said the new algorithm expands the capabilities of its ARA Ultra High Precision Sprayer.

A new report from Coresight Research and Simbe shows a 151% surge in planned tech investments amid pricing volatility, labor pressure and shrinking margins.

Albertsons Media Collective’s in-store digital display network is designed to transform how brands connect with shoppers in the produce aisle.

Fuentes Farms of McAllen, Texas, recalled 71 boxes of fresh cucumbers, which the FDA says are not part of any ongoing Salmonella outbreaks.

The new role underscores the need for fruits and vegetables in combating the global epidemic of chronic disease and promoting health, the organization said.

Julie Strong has joined as director of finance, and Edgar Cordero has been promoted to general manager of Maui Gold Pineapple.