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The USDA has imposed sanctions on one Oregon produce business for failing to meet contractual obligations to the seller of produce under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act, according to a news release.

Temperatures cooled significantly in Florida’s citrus growing region last week, with average highs ranging from the low 60s to the low 70s, according to a USDA report.

A portion of proceeds from the sale-leaseback will repay a $30 million bridge loan from Mastronardi Produce to AppHarvest, along with the first two years of prepaid rent at the Berea farm, according to a news release.

Florida strawberry production for Wish Farms should see an increase in volume for 2022-23, says Nick Wishnatzki, public relations manager for the Plant City, Fla.-based grower-shipper.

While 2022 had its share of challenges from labor and supply chain shortages to drought and other devastating weather-related events, the year also offered much for which to be thankful.

The potato industry is set to gather for a star-studded event in Denver, where attendees can learn about the newest technology, methods and research during National Potato Council’s Potato Expo, Jan. 4-5.

The Los Alamitos, Calif.-based produce company is making the case to center produce as a food-as-medicine answer to support beleaguered shoppers surviving 2022’s cold and flu season.

Food and alcohol are leading New Year’s Eve spending anticipated in 2022, with most consumers celebrating at home or at modest parties, according to market research company Numerator.

AJ Wholesale Produce has been awarded a contract to supply fresh fruits and vegetables to schools and reservations.