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School foodservice has been re-imagined after the COVID-19 crisis sent kids home for distance learning.

Churches, corporations, restaurants, schools, and practically every American institution have been challenged by the coronavirus.

What do you think is the hardest part about keeping COVID-19 under control among farmworkers and packing-house workers?

The COVID-19 crisis may have quieted the conversations on sustainable packaging, but the future of the sector is as strong as ever, according to panelists at a Produce Marketing Association’s Virtual Town Hall.

While a rocky economy and heavy dependence on migrant labor during the COVID-19 are big concerns, global produce industry leaders at the closing general session of United Fresh LIVE! also cited reasons for optimism.

Chinese customs officials are demanding U.S. ag exporters sign a form guaranteeing their exports are free from COVID-19, trade and government reports say.

With fall school schedules uncertain because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is giving school districts flexibilities in how they serve school meals.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture had added an online portal for growers submitting applications for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program.

There can never be enough sweet corn or cherries for Fourth of July retail promotions, and that is especially true this year.

Another bit of good news has been published about the medical benefits that come from eating more fruits and vegetables.