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Western Growers launched the Global Harvest Automation Initiative. One of the deliverables was a report that took a look at how harvest innovation is impacting growers. The first report is here.

The popularity of organic avocados doesn’t seem to be fading.

The Farmlink Project connects farms with excess fresh produce to food banks. FLP has rescued over 60 million pounds of produce in under two years, delivering to 46 states across the U.S. and Mexico.

California ranks tops among all states in USDA fruit purchases and second in vegetable purchases, according to a new report from the USDA.

The Hass Avocado Board launches new studies, webinars and programs designed to help boost sales and drive consumption.

The Irvine-based California Avocado Commission will use advertising, social media “and a host of integrated activities” in its consumer marketing program this year, said Jan DeLyser, vice president of marketing.

The Georgia Department of Agriculture and the Vidalia Onion Committee announced that April 12 will be the official pack date for the 2022 Vidalia onion season.

Mission Produce Inc. announced their “Experience the Difference” campaign, a year-long initiative to showcase the key advantages customers can experience with the company.