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In a complaint filed on Sept. 30, 2019, the USDA alleged that New York Mart Group Inc. failed to make full payment promptly in the amount of $896,107 to 23 sellers for multiple lots of produce in violation of PACA.

I was a regular attendee at the annual event for many years. It never ceases to amaze me just how big our industry is, and how much it’s changed over the years. It’s a show to behold, all right.

Hy-Vee, Inc., has earned GreenChill recognition from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its work to reduce refrigerant emissions and decrease its environmental impact.

NEW YORK — The market that supplies 25% of New York City’s fresh produce is getting another financial shot in the arm toward solving the challenge of redeveloping the hub’s outdated infrastructure.

Potato retail sales increased in dollar sales but decreased in volume sales from July 2021 - June 2022, compared to the same timeframe a year ago.

As the Peruvian season ends, the Oxnard, Calif.-based company is ready to provide a strong supply of fresh avocados from Mexico, Chile and Colombia.

The Foundation for Fresh Produce and Produce for Better Health Foundation are joining forces to further advance fruit and vegetable consumption in America.

In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, Chiquita is once again giving its iconic blue sticker a pink makeover to match the pink ribbon — an international symbol for breast cancer awareness.

Mixing things up in the produce department can help boost sales and a store’s reputation, says columnist Armand Lobato.

Retailers around the country gear up for festive and bountiful holiday produce displays.