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CES has traditionally been a show geared to consumers is one agriculture is playing a bigger role, the interest in agriculture’s story became a resounding theme, as John Deere connected consumer to farmers.

Apple King is touting success with TrueAI optical grading technology that can detect defects that had previously gone unnoticed.

Supply chain technology company iTradeNetwork is launching a local sourcing strategy by adding small and mid-sized producers to its supply chain platform in partnership with Big Wheelbarrow.

The Washington apple crop is surprisingly short this year, but Chuck Sinks says retailers still have solid promotional opportunities.

Pacificpro Sales LLC has partnered with Glacier Peak Cold Storage to provide packaged fruit options.

Pink Lady apples are in healthy supply as Valentine’s Day approaches, and it is also time for retailers to start planning granny smith ads for St. Patrick’s Day, says Catherine Gipe-Stewart, director of marketing.

The additional payments will be equal to 15% of the producer’s previous CFAP 2 payments.

Because of their proximity and similar climates, Central America and the Caribbean islands grow many of the same fruits and vegetables, which largely fall into two groups.

A sought-after ingredient in soups, dips, omelets and more, green onions are a mainstay for American consumers.

Why carry specialty produce when they typically are not top sales items? Because they can still drive sales, columnist Armand Lobato says.