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California’s Citrus Research Board has signed a $900,000 agreement with the Israel-based company that includes delivery of an AI-powered, citrus-harvesting robot after a series of field trials.

The Cosmic Crisp brand has teamed up with baker and author Erin McDowell, with food enthusiasts encouraged to submit recipes featuring the apple as a star ingredient.

The 11th Annual Banana Festival’s theme also highlighted the Port of Hueneme’s commitment to a zero-emission future.

Union head vows to stay on strike ‘as long as necessary’ as strike halts the flow of goods ranging from bananas to beef, pork and poultry, to industrial materials, leading to potential shortages and price hikes.

Store intelligence solutions provider Simbe said the research demonstrates robots’ tangible impact on alleviating common pain points for customers and creating a differentiated shopping experience.

To mark the milestone, the company has unveiled new stone fruit varieties, while providing updates on strong availability on import grapes and a promising melon season.

Two experts on food safety and traceability recently dispelled myths and discussed the importance of produce distributors having robust plans in place to meet new Food Safety Modernization Act guidelines.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a package of legislation to increase participation in food assistance programs, protect kids from overly processed foods, reduce food waste and improve access to healthy, locally grown foods to help address the chronic disease epidemic.

As vice president, associate general counsel and compliance officer, Kristen Porter will oversee food safety, licensing, compliance structure and governance.

Building on the success of its five Hispanic-focused stores, El Mercado Fresco, the company launched World Fresh Market in Overland Park, Kans. — a venture designed to reach an even broader audience by incorporating ethnic varieties of food that resonate with the city’s diverse communities.