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For 2023, the USDA reported that 35.2% of the U.S. fresh vegetable supply was provided by imports, down from 35.4% accounted for by imports in 2022 but up from the 32% import share in 2018.

The company is encouraging family mealtime engagement during the September campaign.

The system aims to help growers achieve specific results with built-in recipes.

The August Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer dropped to its lowest level since fall 2015 to winter 2016 during the early stages of a significant downturn in the U.S. farm economy.

The New England Produce Council’s annual Produce, Floral and Foodservice Expo — the council’s “premiere event” — provides a “great opportunity for show exhibitors and attendees to share the industry’s latest products and services,” says NEPC.

Peruvian onion importers say the season will start a little late thanks to a strong Vidialia onion season in the U.S.

Food Lion says its associates volunteer more than 900 hours during The Great Pantry Makeover, which is now in its 10th year.

The National Council of Agricultural Employers’ 2024 Ag Employer Labor Forum is set for Dec. 4-6 at the M Resort just outside Las Vegas.

The Toronto-based app marketplace says Chris Taylor is a strategic hire for its next phase of growth, bringing diverse financial leadership experience that will help bring the company to financial maturity.

The rule — if finalized — would help protect millions of workers in indoor and outdoor work settings and substantially reduce workplace heat injuries, illnesses and fatalities, according to the Department of Labor.