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Yemi Amu, founder of Oko Farms, is transforming New York City’s food landscape with aquaponics — an innovative system that grows fish and vegetables together — while creating new pathways for education, sustainability and food access in underserved communities.

The grocer has promoted Bill Mayo, current chief operating officer, to chief executive officer as current CEO Fred Boehler steps back from management of day-to-day operations.

The Allen Lund Company called the promotion well-deserved for Ellis, who has been with the company since 2017.

There are only two months left for Mexico to deliver almost a million acre-feet of water. While it might deliver some, the impacts on Texas growers are going to be tough.

Sun World International recently welcomed more than 200 licensed growers and partners to its Center for Innovation in Wasco, Calif., for two field days designed to offer an in-field look at the company’s latest developments, planting trends, performance insights, flavor trends, sustainability and more.

The Canadian Produce Marketing Association president shares how vital trade agreements are to the success of the entire fresh produce industry, changing Canadian shopper mindsets and more.

USDA has approved a nationwide increase in the mushroom assessment rate to support promotion, research and consumer information programs.

Nicole Rivera Hartery is breaking barriers in the beekeeping world, representing and empowering Black and Brown women while championing sustainable practices. Featured in the PBS Terra’s “Women of the Earth,” she highlights the intersection of community, culture and conservation in a field often overlooked.

Watson will speak at the upcoming ASAC Annual Conference in Indianapolis from Nov. 2-4.