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The trend toward packaged produce that took hold during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic still is going strong among potato growers in the Red River Valley.

The collaboration aims to empower chefs and foodservice operators to create memorable culinary experiences by combining high-quality fresh produce with unique flavor profiles.

Panelists discussed innovative strategies to enhance children’s nutrition and education during one of the IFPA Global Produce and Floral Show’s education sessions.

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has issued an executive order giving Texas farmers and ranchers the green light to tap into the Rio Grande for irrigation.

Phil Pettine, regional sales manager for Kwik Lok’s Northeast region, is retiring; the Yakima, Wash.-based company says Stephanie “Steph” Wyjadka will be his successor.

Bayer and Dollar General are again partnering to improve access to fresh produce for K-12 students and their families.

The CEO’s keynote address at the 2024 International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce and Floral Show, Oct. 17, covered a range of topics from advocacy to AI, climate change to increasing produce consumption and the global health crisis.