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The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced a $1.5 million purchase of fresh apples and pears for the agency’s nutrition programs.

“Fruits and vegetables are my babies. With improved genetics and growing practices, so many fruits have better flavor these days,” said Janice Honigberg, president of Sun Belle.

Corrugated box production reached a record level in the pandemic year 2020, and the outlook for continued moderate growth is still in place.

Leading produce marketer Greenyard USA/Seald Sweet welcomes Andrew Kamenitzer as account executive to their sales team.

California Giant reports they have the winter blues – blueberries that is – with global grower partners reporting peak volumes of organic and conventional blueberry supply for the start of winter season and beyond.

I truly believe leaders need to have a servant mentality. Leaders are fortunate to be in a position of influence and we should take this opportunity to make this world a slightly better place when we can.

Pear Bureau Northwest is launching the sixth edition of its annual World Pear Day on December 4.

As families gather to give thanks this year, Farm Journal shares stories of grit and gratitude. From surviving a raging wildfire to a mail carrier who saved a rancher’s life, each show resilience of rural America.

U.S. potato production for 2021 is down slightly compared with the 2020 crop, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s November crop production report.

SiCar Farms, the largest and leading lime importers to the United States - reports their winter citrus season is thriving and supply is expected to be steady throughout the season.