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Organics Unlimited sadly announces the passing of organic banana pioneer Carlos Cortes, Sr., the farmer who commercially introduced organic bananas to the United States in 1974.

The Crespo Organic Ataulfo program offers an option, that aims to educate and drive the repeat consumption and allure of Mexico’s unique and incredibly sweet cultivar.

The USDA’s latest Food Price report reveals that food prices in December 2021 were up 6.3% higher than in December 2020.

After ransomware attacks hit two co-ops and an equipment auction site last year, John Phipps says his guess is tractors being hacked to override factory engine or emission controls are ripe for self-inflicted hacks.

The Center for Produce Safety will hold its 13th annual Research Symposium June 21-22 at the Hyatt Regency LaJolla in San Diego, Calif.

The USDA National Organic Program (NOP) recognized the work of accredited organic certifiers with awards for extraordinary support of the National Organic Standards.

Just one in 10 Americans eat recommended levels of vegetables, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control.

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) has named Allison Moore as Executive Vice President, effective immediately.

August will mark 50 years since President Richard Nixon signed the Rural Development Act of 1972, creating the Rural Regional Development Centers located throughout the United States.

Ahsan Faheem has been promoted to vice president of specialty at Vision Produce Co.