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Organic spinach has proven to be an essential ingredient in a successful modern produce department. Here’s what The Packer’s Organic Fresh Trends 2024 survey learned from produce shoppers’ responses.

After growers faced a year of weather extremes in 2022, Washington state rebounded in 2023, increasing production by about 38% year over year, according to the U.S. Apple Association.

Honeybear Brands says it is delighting retailers and shoppers with its growing supply of the late-season EverCrisp variety.

The funding is earmarked to educate small-scale, underserved and organic farmers on risk management and climate-smart practices.

These new members, which include Carmen Ponce of Tanimura & Antle, Chris Drew of Ocean Mist Farm and Kiana Amarel of BlazerWilkinsonGee, will serve a three-year term.

Indoor agriculture company said its co-founder, Craig Hurlbert, reprises his role as chief executive officer as part of a company restructuring.

The farm will grow hydroponic vegetables and herbs year-round and provide residents in the city access to fresh produce.

The company said the new inline hot needle micropreforating and in-register macropreforating capabilities offer more customizable solutions for clients.

Collinsville, Ill.-based Sev-Rend has introduced its new Bio-Able Solutions product line.

Adding these relatively simple showcases can compel customers to spend more time in the produce department — and raise the potential for purchases, says columnist Armand Lobato.