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Experts weigh in on the future of this popular tree nut and the opportunities for growth and expansion.

What do consumers crave most on their dinner plates? Simplicity with a side of affordability, finds the “2024 Consumer Curiosity Report,” an analysis of consumers nationwide most likely to set the next food trends.

The Food Research and Action Center and other national, state and local organizations are urging Congress to prioritize protecting and strengthening the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program in the upcoming farm bill.

San Francisco-based GrubMarket said the addition will help it grow in Texas and the Southwest.

Jessica Keller is the first to serve in this role, which was created to align with the International Fresh Produce Association’s core commitment to grow member value globally.

The Oxnard, Calif.-based company has released insights on the category performance of organic avocados in the U.S. ahead of the July 10-11 Organic Produce Summit.

The Canadian Produce Marketing Association has recognized Lianne Rood, member of Parliament for Lambton-Kent-Middlesex, Ontario, for her efforts to support Canadian agriculture.

Upshop and Invafresh say the development will create a global retail enterprise operating platform built for the complexities of the food industry.

The companies say the partnership will bring autonomous technology to tractors for use in orchards, vineyards and other specialty crops.

The Oxnard, Calif.-based on Westfalia Fruit has announced the debut of its premium, 100% avocado oils in the U.S.