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The longtime citrus and stone fruit buyer was known for his passion for the industry, mentorship and kindness.

The nonprofit has spearheaded and supported efforts to improve labor practices across the fresh produce industry, including $25 million in worker bonuses.

Rose Vejvoda joins the Wenatchee, Wash.-based CMI Orchards and will work on regenerative agriculture initiatives.

CMI Orchards and Royal Family Farming will break ground on The Soil Center later this spring, using biochar and other strategies to build sustainable amendments.

The organization said Scott Marboe whose leadership and mentorship helped shape the Northwest tree fruit industry, will be remembered for uplifting and inspiring those around him.

The International Fresh Produce Association’s Rebeckah Adcock discusses tariff impacts and future opportunities for negotiations.

Retailers can leverage peak demand for avocados, limes, tomatoes and peppers with creative promotions, festive displays and cross-merchandising strategies.

The produce company says Oxifilm will reduce plastic waste and enhance sustainability in fresh fruit operations.

A new report shows how fourth-quarter holidays fueled bagged avocado sales as Halloween surpassed Super Bowl and Cinco de Mayo unit sales growth.

The Banana Association of North America warns that 10% reciprocal tariffs could raise banana costs exponentially at supermarkets.