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Verdant Technologies’ postharvest solution helps extend produce shelf life and is approved for use in broccoli, peaches, cucumbers and more.

The companies will offer fresh almond and almond and dried fruit blends including Toasted Almonds and Cherries and Sea Salt Almonds and Blueberries.

Doral, Fla.-based J&C Tropicals is committing to a 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.

The USDA has announced its intent to purchase up to $25 million in fresh citrus from domestic producers to distribute to food banks and nutrition assistance programs.

Significant advancements have been made in the ongoing partnership between Sprouts Farmers Market and IFCO.

More than 85% of rural bankers believe former president Donald Trump would be the most supportive of the rural economy compared with his rivals in the 2024 presidential election.

The USDA is looking for offers from suppliers to sell fresh potatoes and sweet potatoes, according to an agency announcement.

The foodservice and food retailing industries have supplied more than $2.1 trillion worth of food each year since 2021, reaching $2.6 trillion in 2023, according to a USDA report.

A new promotion from Valencia, Spain-based SanLucar and the Walt Disney Company will feature the catchphrase “Dive into fun with sweet fruits” with themes from the movie Vaiana 2.

Salinas, Calif.-based Naturipe Farms will highlight its commitment to sustainability and superior berry breeding at this year’s IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show in Atlanta.