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The new boundary expands to the Santa Paula part of Ventura County.

The company that produces Dachtal herbicide used in broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage and onions will no longer sell the product and will work with state and federal authorities to remove it from the marketplace.

The packaging industry continues to come up with innovative ways to fill customers’ packaging needs, whether it’s a produce traceability solution, plastic-free bags or ways to sustainably transport liquid products.

Each year the committee offers foodservice and retail materials, full-color POS merchandise material, recipe cards for consumers and foodservice, and educational material.

“We have increased our acreage out of eastern Washington, which will give us access to additional volume in some of the best growing regions for organic blueberries,” said Brian Vertrees, director of business development.

Funded projects include the Michigan Asparagus Advisory Board’s initiative to promote the consumption of Michigan-grown asparagus.

Vendors can now upload comprehensive product catalogs featuring high-quality images and detailed descriptions, enhancing product visibility.

The Parma, Idaho-based marketer’s onion harvest is underway and will continue through October.

A big increase is expected in Washington’s organic Cosmic Crisp apple volume this fall, says Brianna Shales, marketing director for Wenatchee, Wash.-based Stemilt Growers.

The bounty of fresh produce coming from Controlled Environment Agriculture was on full display at the New England Produce Council’s 2024 Produce, Floral and Foodservice Expo.