Search - The Packer

Effective Aug. 21, the assessment rate for Florida citrus will increase to 2 cents per carton, up from the previous rate of 1.5 cents per carton, which has been in place since 2018-19.

Japan is attempting to reform its foreign ag labor program to improve farm labor availability.

The Organic Center has presented findings based on a review of 85 scientific studies conducted over the last three decades on the health and environmental impacts of organic produce and agriculture.

The Canadian province may be known for its thriving greenhouse industry, but producers of field-grown vegetables there have made their own mark and are preparing for a bountiful harvest this summer.

Retailers, growers and associations share how the growing season is progressing, future promotions and what makes New York-grown produce so special.

U.S. lawmakers are again seeking to establish a single federal agency to provide food safety oversight.

Vegetables by Bayer says by introducing an active network of chefs and culinarians to growers, distributors and seed developers, it can offer guidance, predict vegetable and fruit trends and address industry issues.

These sanctions include barring the business and the principal operator of the business from engaging in PACA-licensed business or other activities without approval from USDA.

Mark Murai, who has 40 years of industry experience with berries and other fresh produce, will succeed the retiring Paul Allen as CEO of the vertically integrated berry grower-shipper.

Witnesses speaking before the House Committee on Agriculture on July 23 urged policymakers to “head off the economic hemorrhaging” and take the opportunity to substantially course correct the farm safety net.