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West Concord, Mass.-based Divert, Inc. has announced the appointment of Nicholas Bertram as the founding member of its advisory board.

Demand for fresh citrus is strong for Toronto, Canada-based Fresh Taste Produce, says Tara Glazer, marketing director.

Last year 13 of the top 20 organic produce categories (by total sales) posted increases in dollars, while 14 of the top 20 organic produce sales categories posted declines in volume, according to a report.

The experienced attorney has joined the northwest fruit grower-shipper in a newly created role.

The move brings FWP’s fair trade advocacy work in-house and will strengthen work to stymie exploitation in global supply chains and combat false claims made by certifications and brands, according to a news release.

The Cincinnati-based grocer’s recently released 2023 Food Trends Report predicts emerging food trends, consumer behaviors and popular items for the year ahead.

Dole Food Company has been a long-time collaborator with The Walt Disney Co., which kicks off its 100th anniversary celebration on Jan. 27, 2023.

U.S. citrus exports dropped 14% in the period from December 2021 through November 2022 but citrus imports surged 15%, according to USDA trade numbers.

While the weather has slowed California’s organic citrus harvest, promotion opportunities will be plentiful in the weeks and months ahead, says Elise Smith, marketing manager for Homegrown Organic Farms.

Designed to reduce food waste and support farmers, the Sprouts program will sell discounted imperfect organic produce in 130 stores across California.