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From anniversary milestones to jumbo berry trends and the debut of new commodities, exhibitors at the Southeast Produce Council’s event focus on brand loyalty and the power of in-person connections.

The Hague-based agri-tech firm is transforming neighborhood food infrastructure by merging AI-powered greenhouse production with direct-to-consumer retail, a model set to revitalize U.S. food deserts starting in Pennsylvania this year.

HAB’s nomination period runs through March 27, with eligible hass avocado producers and importers invited to help shape its focus and collaborate with stakeholders across the supply chain to address industry challenges.

PI AgSciences aims to bring to market a new mode of action in row crops and specialty crops.

The organization has made history by electing its first all-female executive officer team to lead its strategic growth and promotion efforts.

As the Strait of Hormuz faces potential closure, experts warn of supply chain disruptions just as U.S. farmers prepare for spring planting.

Former FDA policy manager Eric Stevens is set to join the International Fresh Produce Association to lead global regulatory engagement and science-based policy.

Industry leaders at Southern Exposure 2026 describe mounting pressure from environmental mandates and water competition that require a new era of transparent collaboration.

With this agreement, the variety management company has introduced its portfolio of blueberry and boysenberry genetics into a new market.

By leveraging these merchandising tools to highlight specific health benefits of apples, avocados, mangoes and blueberries, retailers can transform the produce aisle into a destination for both physical and psychological resilience.