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The bounty of fresh produce coming from Controlled Environment Agriculture was on full display at the New England Produce Council’s 2024 Produce, Floral and Foodservice Expo.

The commission has had a busy season — participating in a number of high-profile events designed to drive awareness of the superfruit all year long.

In honor of its 125th Banana-Versary, Dole Food Co. will host the inaugural Dole Great American Banana Challenge on Aug. 24 during the Great American Banana Split Celebration.

For the 12 months from July 2023 to June 2024, U.S. organic apple exports were $171.9 million, according to USDA trade numbers.

Available exclusively at Kroger stores beginning Sept. 4, Vanderpump Blooms x Bloom Haus is curated with Lisa Vanderpump’s signature style.

The initiative will involve more than 1,300 grocery retail locations and 18 food distribution centers across seven states diverting edible food from landfills to donation centers.

Most packaging suppliers tout myriad “sustainable” innovations they’ve adopted. But the concept begs the question: At what cost?

The Food and Drug Administration said while it added a second grower to its outbreak traced to field cucumbers, the vegetables are no longer in-season and there is no ongoing risk.

The Markon Cooperative event featured field tours, educational sessions and mini trade shows.

In 2023, shipments to the U.S. accounted for nearly 48% of Chilean shipments of fresh grapes.