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Specialty crop growers gathered for field demos and targeted discussions on the future of farm automation and regional technology adoption.

The company’s new Open Innovation Center in Tokyo combines robotics, manufacturing and cross-industry partnerships with the aim of building a repeatable blueprint for indoor agriculture.

The grocer’s deli sales rose significantly after production planning moved off paper and onto Afresh’s AI platform, and the grocer is now expanding that platform across produce, deli, meat and bakery.

Driven by a 50% boost in crop volume and rapid retail expansion, the brand is outperforming overall category growth nearly three-to-one.

Emiliano Escobedo, executive director of the Hass Avocado Board, discusses the launch of a dedicated avocado conference set for Nov. 18-20 in San Diego.

When Vidalia season ends in early September, growers of Peruvian sweet onions step in to keep store shelves stocked, creating consistency that helps to build consumer recognition and brand loyalty year-round.

The global fruit breeding and genetics company has named Fiachra Moloney to the newly created role of director of growth and market development, while fresh produce industry veteran Jennifer Sanchez joins as chief marketing officer.

By adapting to a three-week accelerated harvest timeline through high-impact branding, robust postharvest protocols and strategic merchandising, California table grape shippers are positioning domestic supply to lead autumn produce sets.

A multigenerational leadership team has partnered with the company to connect regional apple growers with growing national retail demand.