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There are signs that water is the new oil as water rights turn into water fights across the western U.S., says columnist John Phipps. He thinks it’s a battle that could only heat up in the coming years.

Molly Rhyan is an industry veteran with over two decades of experience in supply chain packaging, having held key leadership roles at prominent companies such as IFCO, CHEP and Kraft Foods.

The Packer and Healthy Family Project have teamed up for The Fresh Factor series to share some of our favorite facts and tips about zucchini and why shoppers should give this produce underdog a moment in the limelight.

The season may have gotten off to a later start than usual, but Michigan produce distributors say they’re seeing a superb summer so far.

July consumer prices were 3.2% higher than a year ago, according to the Commerce Department’s Consumer Price Index.

The FARMS program has introduced careers in ag and environmental sciences to tens of thousands of high school youth, most with no previous access to these opportunities.

The California walnut industry is gearing up for a stellar 2023 crop, industry leaders report.

The New England Produce Council’s Produce, Floral & Foodservice Expo is officially Aug. 21-22, but everything happens within 24 hours.

Starting with the 2023 crop year, the Lansing-based Michigan Apple Committee will no longer engage in retail marketing efforts, said Diane Smith, executive director.