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A.G. Kawamura, former secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture, talks about where agriculture is headed in the state during this episode of Tip of the Iceberg, during the Sustainable Produce Summit.

A superior cherry crop is expected for The Dalles, Ore.-based Polehn Farms, says Shelly Sylvester, managing partner for distributor L.A. Karma Produce, Los Angeles.

BelleHarvest will be marketing a full Michigan dry veg program, cider, and apple program through the summer and fall, says Nick Teriaca, director of sales and procurement for the Belding, Mich.-based marketer.

Volpe, who died peacefully June 10 at age 100, is recalled for his commitment to the table grape business, his family and charitable giving.

The greenhouse industry continues to evolve, and technology, plant health research and food safety are a just a few areas where advancements are progressing rapidly.