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If fresh produce had archetypes, the mushroom would be the hippie.

Mushroom growers are experiencing trends similar to those with fresh produce in general, powered by what consumers buy at retail.

What is the one thing produce safety professionals need the most?

The 10-year old Food Safety Modernization Act is aging nicely, most industry leaders think.

A six-week online workshop on cleaning and sanitizing relating to the produce safety rule will be offered from Jan. 26 to March 2.

What is one thing that could make the produce supply safer?

Carson, Calif.-based nanobubble technology company Moleaer, in partnership with researchers from Virginia Tech, have found oxygen-filled nanobubbles are successful in disrupting microbial biofilms.

Samantha Snyder is planning for growth this year and increasing capacity to keep up with current mushroom customers.

Check out these business updates in the fresh mushroom industry.

Yakima, Wash.-based Sage Fruit has seen an increased volume of organic apples, pears and cherries, said Chuck Sinks, president of sales and marketing.