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The “right to repair” issue has been an ongoing hot topic, and now, a MOU between Deere & Co and AFBF means farmers will be able to repair their own equipment or use an independent technician.

Anticipated events include workplace health and wellness efforts, community development activities, and environmental acts of service, company officials said.

Founder and CEO of Fair Trade USA Paul Rice will share produce industry insights on connecting with the conscious consumer at the upcoming Global Organic Produce Expo conference.

This Global Organic Produce Expo has a lot of good business opportunities on its agenda — ways to connect and learn that can reel in big benefits for your company. Also, there’s so much fun stuffed in between.

The miniature apple for on-the-go-snacking will be featured on Sky’s social media channels, including Instagram and TikTok, throughout 2023.

The Packer and PMG talk GOPEX with Chris Miller, director of produce for MOM’s Organic Market; Chris Veillon, chief marketing officer of Pure Flavor; and The Lemon Bowl Blog’s Liz Della Croce.

The Packer’s sixth annual Global Organic Produce Expo is set to take place Jan. 30-Feb. 1 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla.

President Biden traveled on Sunday to the U.S./Mexico border amid a surge in illegal border crossings. The administration announced a new program for up to 30,000 migrants a month to enter the U.S. legally.

Despite the leaner crop of apples in Washington, Envy and Jazz variety apples should be good for promotion in the next few months, says Roger Aguirre, director of apples and pears for Oppy.