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Seven items for the holiday spread dropped in price this year, such as sweetpotatoes and a vegetable tray of carrots and celery, according to the annual American Farm Bureau Federation Thanksgiving dinner survey.

Most shoppers see the practice of reducing a food product’s quantity or size while keeping the same price as common, but doing so could cause consumer resentment, according to a recent Purdue University report.

Will Regan joined the company in 2018 and was named to his most recent position, director of commercial finance and profitability, in 2022.

A finding in Fulton County makes the state the 18th in the country with active populations of theinvasive species.

Aldi’s Charcuterie Chalet in Chicago will offer a festive showcase of affordable holiday hosting ideas, featuring fresh produce, charcuterie creations and interactive experiences for guests.

President-elect Donald Trump taps Howard Lutnick for commerce secretary, signaling tariff-heavy trade strategy.

The fresh produce is set for distribution to The Emergency Food Assistance Program and other related domestic food assistance programs.

Forecast orchard gate returns have increased for all categories other than RubyRed kiwifruit at a per-tray level, according to the company’s November forecast for the 2024-25 season.

Two new programs are designed to help specialty crop growers gain access to processing facilities following a natural disaster and expand market opportunities.

Florida growers suffered a three-hurricane season in 2024, and growers and researchers are still tallying losses from Hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton.