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August is the highest-shrink month for produce, and managers should focus on critical control points that can affect gross profit margin and help keep shrink in check, says columnist Armand Lobato.

John Greene Logistics and Greene Transport Cos. is investing in advanced GPS tracking and real-time temperature monitoring systems for its refrigerated fleet.

FTC Chair Lina M. Khan said that she will seek an inquiry into grocery prices to probe the tactics that big grocery chains use to hike prices and extract profits from everyday U.S. consumers at the checkout counter.

Each year, produce companies look forward to returning to this regional show, where exhibitors say the event’s size and networking opportunities make for a worthwhile gathering.

The IT firm says hackers often target agribusinesses due to the multiple points of connection between businesses and vendors.

The packaging features paperboard while offering 360 degrees of product visibility through the see-through base and side windows.

The marketing agency, which positions brands to advance agriculture, recently made a trio of personnel moves, including the promotion of Sara Hewitt to director of public relations.

The fourth annual event donates nearly 60,000 fresh avocados in honor of National Avocado Day and crowns the best guacamole in Philadelphia.

The event features three keynote addresses and two key conversations for attendees with all-access passes.

Superfruit platform Agrovision has closed $100 million in equity financing from Aliment Capital, alongside other new and existing investors.