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Nogales, Ariz.-based EarthBlend will have bagged mini sweet bell peppers grown in Sinaloa from January to June, said Steve Spence, director of sales for EarthBlend.

Foster’s more than 25 years’ experience in the food industry includes over two decades of working in food safety and quality assurance.

For about a decade, the Chilean grape industry has worked to increase its competitiveness by introducing new grape varieties, and that effort is paying off.

Phase 2 is targeted to those who suffered losses in 2020 and 2021 but may not have received any payments under Phase 1. With Phase 2 underway, USDA said that the signup deadline for Phase 1 ERP will now be Dec. 16.

The Bronx, N.Y.-based company has partnered with Farm to People, a New York City-based service for delivering local, sustainable and ethically sourced produce and pantry items to home cooks.

Ocean Mist Farms is making a major effort to increase its value-added line, and Progressive Produce LLC has had a busy year.

Ahead of upcoming international sports tournaments, Fresh Del Monte’s operations in the Middle East have completed a new fresh-cut facility to meet heightened demand.

The Los Angeles Rams and Avocados from Peru announced the winners of their multi-prize sweepstakes during the pre-game show prior to the Rams versus the Cardinals, Nov. 13.

The Rio Rico, Ariz.-based company imports and distributes watermelons, mini watermelons, honeydew, and conventional and organic hard squash from its farms in Sonora.

In celebration of the partnership, now through Oct. 24, 2022, fans will have an opportunity to win an Avo-Rams custom electric vehicle, a trip to the iconic Machu Picchu in Peru, and a VIP Rams gameday experience.