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In a recent Numerator study, while price continues to drive purchase decisions, Ontario consumers reported that they plan to continue to prioritize local fruits and vegetable despite inflation.

As part of a strategic restructure to enable sustained growth, AFM has promoted Stephanie Bazan to SVP, commercial strategy and execution, and Stephanie Browder to director, sales and marketing, foodservice.

Deborah Zoellick, who has almost two decades of floral expertise, succeeds longtime IFPA staffer Becky Roberts, who retires in March 2023.

Fast Company’s annual list highlights global businesses that are at the forefront of their industries, paving the way for future innovations, and setting the standard with their accomplishments.

A President Biden-appointed Equity Commission has outlined a path for USDA reform. The ag agency is already making changes, offering farm assistance and appointing a chief diversity and inclusion officer.

Consentio, a digital trading platform for fresh produce, has appointed John Grecco as vice president of sales for Consentio USA.

Norway-based crop nutrition company Yara and the Syngenta Group have entered into a partnership with agtech startup Varda, which was founded by Yara.

The Texas-based avocado, guacamole and dip company says Kristyn Lawson brings a wealth of experience, a commitment to excellence and a passion for brands to the role.

Smith built a reputation for understanding growers’ needs and developing practical solutions, and he has been among the researchers investigating infections of impatiens necrotic spot virus (INSV) and Pythium wilt.

Pure Flavor is celebrating the flavor, nutrition and fun of healthy snacking with a week-long “Snackathon” campaign leading up to National Snack Day on March 4.