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Producers in the federal marketing order for pears grown in Oregon and Washington approved lowering the voting requirement for changes to the fresh pear handling regulations from the current 80% in favor to 75% in favor.

Friesland, Wis.-based Alsum Farms & Produce said its red and yellow conventionally grown potatoes will be in stores soon, followed by its organic russet and red and yellow potatoes.

The International Fresh Produce Association’s annual Foodservice Conference offered attendees a look under the hood when it comes to creative and flavorful fruit- and vegetable-rich restaurant and retail foodservice meals.

Divert Inc. has released data showing wasted food measured nearly 30% higher in summertime than the winter months.

Created with Red Door Interactive, the campaign leverages the intersection of visuals and sound to promote the advantages of choosing California-grown crops and commodities.

The potentially contaminated walnuts may have been distributed to school lunch programs, food banks and more in Texas and Arizona.

The tech company said the addition of the largest Asian squash and Chinese eggplant grower will help boost its presence in Southern California.

Instacart has announced its expanded partnership with Albertsons Cos. to include nationwide pickup and convenience delivery.

The retailer says it launched the Field & Vine product line, which includes blueberries, blackberries, raspberries and strawberries, to highlight local growers.

The initiative will aim to bring the mango experience to consumers through a mobile mango food truck tour across four U.S. cities