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Some might say you look a little green when you are sick. Leafy greens actually turn purple — although not obvious to the human eye, it can be seen through advanced hyperspectral imaging.

In 2021, a major plastic container theft sting was executed in Cook County, Illinois.

Pace International, a leading provider of sustainable postharvest solutions and technologies for the fresh produce industry, is launching its Postharvest Academy Webinar Series this month.

On November 29, 2021, during a routine delimiting survey, the USDA confirmed the detection of pale cyst nematode (PCN) in one potato production field located in Bingham County, Idaho.

Horizon Logistics has hired Terrence Bro as the new general manager to oversee all aspects of this growing logistics company.

Farm Fresh Direct has named Mike Hulett as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer.

Launching a new brand in a crowded market can be a challenging task. And, as Fowler Packing Co. enters its third year of marketing its own Peelz branded mandarins, the company is eyeing some new marketing strategies.

Nichols Farms has released new flavors of its single-serve, no-shell pistachios. The company is now offering spicy, savory and sweet flavors.

The USDA has announced a combined purchase of more than 440,000 cartons of fresh oranges and grapefruit for distribution to nutrition programs.