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Jonathan W. Field, who worked on behalf of the state’s tree fruit, nut and leafy greens industries, died Aug. 5.

Critics of the plan to close the USDA’s Beltsville Agricultural Research Center say it could backfire by interrupting the facility’s ongoing research and by pushing the scientists conducting it to resign.

Fifth-generation grower Bill Kercher says adding a “robot weeded” label to his family’s tray pack of sweet corn is just a part of his family’s regenerative agriculture efforts.

Leafy greens and salads represent a large and strategically important consumer segment, the companies say.

While the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a 38.9% surge in farm prices for fresh and dry vegetables in July, the reality of how — if at all — that spike will impact retail pricing is more nuanced.

The National Mango Board discussed its strategic goals for U.S. mango consumption and efforts it’s taking to reach them in a recent webinar.

For the fifth year, Zespri Sungold Kiwiwfruit has been recognized as a “best snack” in the produce category.

These events, pairing growers with buyers, provide a trove of valuable insights and good memories, says columnist Armand Lobato.

With The Wonderful Company topping the list, these companies with produce industry connections earned honors.