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Because of increased growing costs at its Oxnard, Calif., headquarters, Boskovich Farms Inc. now is producing its fall-winter organic vegetable crop in Baja California, Mexico.

Winter seems to be a good time for the organic vegetable category, with a number of grower-shippers adding new items or expanding existing programs.

Cautious consumers continue to place value in healthy food options, such as citrus, as economic pressures cause some to reconsider their purchasing decisions.

Doral, Fla.-based PJ Citrus continues to grow its business with a variety of citrus options and a focus on customer service, says Julyann Borges, president.

The vertical farming company has expanded its leadership with Wells, who brings produce industry experience in startup revenue generation, strategic account growth, go-to-market sales strategy and customer development.

The USDA will conduct a referendum April 3-May 1 on proposed amendments to the federal marketing order regulating the handling of oranges, grapefruit, tangerines and pummelos grown in Florida.

The USDA’s January crop production report knocked down Florida orange and grapefruit estimates compared with the December forecast.

The Los Angeles-based company says the varieties will begin arriving next month from Chile and South Africa and will be available for a limited time.

How does Ashley Tyrner, CEO of Farmbox Direct and FarmboxRx, think healthcare will be revolutionized? Listen to the podcast to find out.

Berry People LLC, Hollister, Calif., has entered into a binding letter of intent to sell its business to the Vancouver, British Columbia-based ag tech company for $28 million.