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Miami-based Del Monte Fresh Produce North America Inc is relaunching its MAG.nificent melon, which is supposed to take the guesswork out of purchasing cantaloupes.

Greenhouses, vertical farms and hybrid systems continue to attract investment at a much greater scale than in previous decades.

Love it or not, there is no doubt that the Farmers to Families Food Box Program pumped federal dollars into the produce supply chain that helped the industry overall.

Clamshell packaging is still dominant for California strawberries, marketers say, but there is industry investment in sustainable packaging options.

Catch up quick on the news of the week with this latest episode of Packer Insight. Watch for the recap, and then get more details on each of the following topics at the links below.

The digital edition of the March-April issue of PMG is now available!

Consumers buy with their eyes and return with their taste buds. That’s why following the correct temperature and ripening protocols is essential for maximizing sales in many produce categories.

We’ve got quite a lineup for you in this issue of PMG magazine. Along with a slew of commodity-focused features, the magazine features contributed columns from a number of well-respected industry leaders.

Grilling is always a significant cross-merchandising opportunity for fresh produce, and this year it is the focus for Houston-based MountainKing Potatoes even more so than usual.

Artificial intelligence can tell which strawberries will taste better, according to new University of Florida research.