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One of the benefits of packaged produce is the ease of correctly ringing it up, whether it’s the store cashier or the shopper doing it themselves with an app, a price gun, a smart cart or self-checkout station.

A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced legislation that supporters say will increase and improve USDA procurement of fresh fruits and vegetables.

Nearly 60% of produce traded internationally is sold at break-even prices or below the cost of production.

A diversified sourcing strategy has helped brokers like Mission Produce sail through a soft Peruvian season for commodities such as avocados, onions and asparagus.

Glassboro, N.J.-based Eastern Propak unveiled its new produce cold storage, packing and repacking facility at a ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand reopening event Sept. 13.

Hydroponic spinach and leafy greens grower BrightFarms has penned an exclusive licensing deal with a fellow indoor grower, Element Farms, to launch a branded spinach line across 190 Giant Co. stores.

The new line of plant-rich meal kits are available in three flavors: Teriyaki & Rice, Chipotle & Quinoa, and Basil Pesto & Pasta.

Shoppers might not be too familiar with how to select or eat papayas, says merchandising expert Brian Dey. This is where your skills and education become the key cog in the success of selling papaya.

The Oxnard, Calif.-based company says its 11th annual philanthropic golf tournament raised $135,000 gross proceeds for The Mission Foundation, which supports causes involving children, families and agriculture education.

The meal plan feature includes a budget tracker, an expanded library of more than 8,000 exclusive recipes, shoppable ingredient lists and hands-free cooking mode with step-by-step timer.