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Buckshot, burning rubber, and buck-wild bedlam. Welcome to the night the lights almost went out in Georgia.

H-2A overhaul brings much-needed visa streamlining and AEWR relief, while court battles and implementation questions remain.

Following the threat of added tariffs, Mexico has agreed to send 202,000 acre-feet to Texas starting Dec. 15, but it’s unclear where this water will come from, as is how useful it will be to Texas growers.

FDP Group, which distributes organic and conventional produce, says the addition of UNFI Canada Produce division will broaden its selection of produce and strengthen its position in the organic market.

Reflecting the trend of more Americans eating salad for the holidays, Dole is offering savings on its Caesar and Bacon Caesar kits through an Instacart offer.

The industry was estimated to reach $42.9 billion in annual sales in 2023, according to the Flexible Packaging Association, a figure that is expected to reach $47.3 billion in 2028.

The company recently announced the EPA registration of its new Plinazolin technology, which is now a part of three products labeled for use in specialty crops.

Suppliers and state agricultural leaders report a promising season marked by high fruit quality, strategic field adjustments and renewed retail partnerships, even as growers continue to navigate labor, cost and weather challenges.