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U.S. inflation rates are going back in time to reach levels not seen since the early 1980s.

U.S. imports of fruits jumped 15% in 2021, while trade numbers show U.S. exports of both fresh fruits and vegetables scored modest gains of 4%

Organically Grown Co., a wholesaler and marketer of certified organic produce, has named Brenna Davis CEO.

It may be a small victory for Prince Edward Island exporters, but the USDA has opened Puerto Rico for PEI fresh potato shipments.

Here are more images from The Packer’s Global Organic Produce Expo 2022 event in Hollywood, Fla., collected by Tom Karst, editor emeritus for The Packer.

Here are more images from The Packer’s GOPEX 2022 event in Hollywood, Fla., collected by Tom Karst, editor emeritus for The Packer.

Where art thou, McSalad?

I got an email this week from a publicist for Subway, who pointed out that Subway is making a case for veggies to its many customers.

Reporting to President and CEO Kirti Mutatkar, he will lead the company’s legal, compliance and serve as the corporate secretary for the organization.