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Fresh Express president John P. Olivo announced, in a news release, a new consumer social media awareness campaign and revitalized sustainability initiative in recognition of Earth Day 2022.

Inteligistics is making its solutions and digitization available to companies throughout the perishable supply chain, according to a news release.

One of the big questions for the balance of this year is how inflation will influence consumer spending on groceries and fresh produce.

Volume out of Mexico will increase by 25% to 30% this season for Fresno, Calif.-based Crown Jewels Produce Co., said Jesus Gonzalez, general manager.

Research funded by the Center for Produce Safety is aiming to develop a low-cost tool that can detect fecal contamination in fields.

Chicago-based Hazel Technologies Inc. is hosting the Grape Quality Summit the first week of May.

Bakersfield, Calif.-based farm product and service provider Holloway has announced the retirement of President Vard Terry after 50 years with the company.

“Organics in an Era of Inflation and Changing Consumer Behavior” will be the subject of the fourth educational session at the upcoming Organic Produce Summit 2022, according to a news release.