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The marketing agency, which positions brands to advance agriculture, recently made a trio of personnel moves, including the promotion of Sara Hewitt to director of public relations.

The fourth annual event donates nearly 60,000 fresh avocados in honor of National Avocado Day and crowns the best guacamole in Philadelphia.

The event features three keynote addresses and two key conversations for attendees with all-access passes.

Superfruit platform Agrovision has closed $100 million in equity financing from Aliment Capital, alongside other new and existing investors.

Nomination deadline is Sept. 5. The Produce Retailer of the Year award has been presented to some of the industry’s best and brightest produce executives, people who foster great cultures and achieve impressive results.

The USDA will invest in at least 18 irrigation districts to help farmers continue commodity production while also conserving water across the West.

Bako Sweet says it has range of summer opportunities for retailers, providing seasonal merchandising options and campaigns

In its latest global walnut report, RaboResearch said slowing demand, weather and global competition have created downward pressure on the industry and will likely cause a shift in bearing acres.

Biogold is a global supplier of citrus genetics. In addition to its mango breeding program, the company manages rights to mango varieties developed by third-party breeders.

Ken Silveira’s 35 years of fresh produce experience includes previous stints as CEO and president for other companies.