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Eggplant and green beans are two items that Nogales, Ariz.-area distributors say are flourishing.

The following business updates from West Mexico produce distributors were collected by The Packer’s Tom Burfield.

It’s been nearly two years since the COVID-19 pandemic burst onto the scene, and produce distributors like those in Nogales, Ariz., embarked on what many likened to one long rollercoaster ride.

The FPAA is putting more emphasis on social media this season as it continues its efforts to support members who provide the U.S. and Canada with a wide range of fresh fruits and vegetables from Mexico.

Like suppliers of just about every commodity these days, produce distributors in Nogales, Ariz., are finding the cost of having their goods delivered to be a challenge.

As a young college student, Raquel Espinoza envisioned herself studying law and embarking on a career in the legal field.

Texas ports have seen an increasing volume of Mexican fresh produce over the past 15 years, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Wish Farms California is present in all the main strawberry growing regions of Oxnard, Santa Maria and Salinas, said Nick Wishnatzki, public relations manager for Plant City, Fla.-based Wish Farms.

Rising costs and tight labor are two big challenges for strawberry growers, but marketers also see reason for optimism.

After a year of strong fresh potato prices, Washington potato marketers are looking at a favorable new crop outlook and strong demand for both processing and fresh potato supplies.