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Reusable Packaging Container (RPC) provider IFCO delivered over 2 billion reusable packaging shipments of fresh produce, meat, poultry, seafood, eggs, bread, and other fresh grocery products in 2022.

Blair Chastain has been appointed chief revenue officer for the Yakima, Wash.-based bag closure company.

Inflation is moderating, but still well above the Federal Reserve’s 2% inflation goals. So, farmers are bracing for higher interest rates ahead.

Vertical farming company AeroFarms has officially unveiled AeroFarms AgX, its newest indoor vertical farm focused on bringing innovative R&D to the United Arab Emirates and the Middle East.

Imports can begin starting Feb. 15, the USDA said.

Health and fitness platform Total Shape used Google data to examine vegan-related search terms used by residents in each state. The study also analyzed each state’s favorite source of vegan protein.

Produce industry players from around the globe have gathered in Berlin for Fruit Logistica 2023, where the latest in tech and automation, sustainability, new varieties and old favorites are all under one massive roof.

U.S. fresh apple holdings on Feb. 1 totaled 71.9 million (42-pound) cartons, 7.3% less than the same time a year ago.

The Ohio-based produce wholesaler and distributor has promoted Sirna to vice president of sales and Arrendondo to director of operations for its Norwalk, Ohio, distribution center.

The National Grocers Association and Clarion Events released the full lineup of special events for the Feb. 26-28 NGA Show at Caesars Forum Convention Center in Las Vegas.