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Wildfires in Chile during February caused extensive damage to agriculture but limited damage to fruit crops, according to a new report from the USDA.

Triple B. Corp., doing business as Charlie’s Produce, Salt Lake City, Utah, has been awarded a maximum $63.7 million federal contract to supply fresh fruits and vegetables.

The Terrault family, a leader in greenhouse production in Quebec for more than three decades, has introduced a new brand identity as Cultures Gen V Inc., unifying all its brands under the new Gen V banner.

Produce for Better Health has revealed the 14 retail dietitians and wellness influencers attending this year’s Consumer Connection Conference, April 10-12, in Scottsdale, Ariz.

This year’s Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Exposure, which featured a “Produce: The Final Frontier” theme, was held March 2-4 at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort in Orlando, Fla.

Advancements in banana ripening room control technology are creating more precise ripening control over the banana ripening process, in addition to improved flexibility and lower costs, says Gary Campisi.

Mexican mango season got off to a slow start this year because of weather issues, but supplies should pick up as the season progresses, importers say.

Climate-tech company CoreZero, together with the Mexican Foodbanking Network (Red BAMX), has turned food waste prevention efforts into carbon credits.

Those attending the April 20 event in Chile will include exporters, importers, marketers, retailers, researchers and industry consultants.

From jumbo berries to value-added convenience to sustainability, this year’s Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Exposure offered a feast of fresh produce trends.