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The merit-based program focuses heavily on grades, but it also considers philanthropic activities by students supporting their community and those seeking agricultural-based majors.

The Packer’s 2024 Women in Produce honors eight industry leaders — including Frances Dillard, vice president of marketing for Driscoll’s — playing pivotal roles in their own organizations and the fresh produce industry.

The Packer’s 2024 Women in Produce honors eight industry leaders — including Happy Dirt co-founder and CEO Sandi Kronick — playing pivotal roles in their own organizations and the fresh produce industry.

The Packer’s 2024 Women in Produce honors eight industry leaders — such as April Flowers, marketing director of Lone Star Citrus Growers — playing pivotal roles in their own organizations and the fresh produce industry.

From being recognized for its innovation or as an outstanding employer, the company is reflecting on its 35 years of North American production.

Groups say the bill does not do enough for food workers and farmers.

The USDA is seeking information from the public on protocols that may be considered for inclusion in a new Greenhouse Gas Technical Assistance Provider and Third-Party Verifier Program.

Nearly 83% of consumers surveyed said they purchased this tropical fruit in the past 12 months, according to The Packer’s Fresh Trends 2024.

The Packer’s Sustainability Insights 2024 shows 74% of surveyed retailers called sustainability a primary or secondary priority for their businesses — and retailers are also doing more to be sustainable.

The Reedley, Calif.-based company says it has added to its specialty organic grape program by introducing new and unique heritage varieties.