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Bakersfield, Calif.-based International Fruit Genetics LLC will soon be acquired by an ag innovation group based in Spain, according to a news release.

The USDA has imposed sanctions on three produce businesses for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce.

The USDA has filed an administrative complaint against VIP Marketing Inc. for alleged violations of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act.

Sunkist Growers is using content on the social media platform, popular among millennial and Generation Z consumers, and its Sunkist Unlimited campaign to promote the in-season fruit as a versatile, affordable option.

The July 12 crop production report showed reductions in 2022-23 estimates for oranges, grapefruit and lemons but an increase for tangerines.

In this episode of the “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast, Martha Montoya, CEO of Agtools, shares how she uses 76 data variables to help growers, brokers and retailers make farming, sourcing, buying and selling decisions.

Pennsylvania agriculture officials and Carlisle, Pa.-based The Giant Co. leaders toured nonprofit, community-based York Fresh Food Farm, which helps some of the million-plus Pennsylvanians experiencing food insecurity.

The USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has released its 2022 Impact Report, which notes that the agency cleared 2.82 billion pounds of fresh produce from 19 countries before it shipped to the U.S.

Zespri says Darren LaMothe established himself as an integral member of the Zespri leadership team during the past four years.

The summer promotion will offer shoppers a chance to win prizes and feature a variety of content and campaigns to boost South African citrus.