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With tariff negotiations ongoing as the produce industry prepares to convene, the current trade war remains a cause for concern, says the Canadian Produce Marketing Association president.

Best known for its Vulcan next-generation, intra-row weeder and precision cultivator, FarmWise announced plans last month to “wind down” operations by April 1 due to lack of funding.

The greenhouse grower also announced it will launch new snack packs at the upcoming CPMA show Montreal.

Changes include how volume regulations are calculated, total production updates and updates to the board representation and terms of offices.

Great Place to Work and Fortune’s annual ranking includes industry leaders like Wegmans, The Wonderful Company, Publix, Target and Walmart, recognizing their commitment to employee satisfaction and workplace excellence.

Houston-based importer and exporter dVida said it will showcase its mangoes, red and yellow dragonfruit, ginger, limes, malanga and goldenberries.

The company rose six spots on the list, which ranks enterprises based on employee assessments of company culture, leadership and relationships with workers.

The apples were shared at a local school distribution site, Santa Rita Elementary School as part of FirstFruits Farms’ Take a Bite Out of Hunger program.