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California organic certifier CCOF has received high marks for its GlobalG.A.P. program.

Federal agencies must work together to increase fruit and vegetable consumption among all Americans, according to a Produce Marketing Association-led industry task force.

Austin, Texas, health officials are investigating an outbreak of Cyclospora infections.

The New England Produce Council has welcomed new leadership as the two-year terms of executive board members expired.

The World Apple and Pear Association is forecasting Europe’s 2020 apple production to drop slightly from last season, but pears will see a double-digit increase.

Basciani Mushroom Farms, Avondale, Pa., is almost back to full production after disruption by the new coronavirus, said Michael Basciani, CEO.

Michele Youngquist, president of Bay Baby Produce, Mount Vernon, Wash., is introducing a new gourd this year, the Squidmo.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has barred Trinity Fresh Distribution from operating in the produce industry, with almost $4 million in unpaid shipments.

When Escondido, Calif.-based Henry Avocado opened its new packing and distribution center in 2018, food safety was top of mind.

With new crop harvest beginning and storage supplies dwindling, it is always a market-moving time for the apple crop in August.