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A new Sweet Selections product line will feature strawberry, blueberry, blackberry and raspberry varieties bred for ‘exceptional flavor,’ says producer.

The fast-growing indoor farming brand has opened a 210,000-square-foot hydroponic greenhouse in Monroe, Ga. — its second greenhouse opening in two months and the company’s 12th greenhouse nationwide.

Crunchy Mini Romaine makes the perfect wrap for taco night, offers a perfect leaf size for a sandwich or can be tossed, grilled and wedged with favorite toppings, the company said.

San Antonio-based NatureSweet is warning that ending the U.S.-Mexico Tomato Suspension Agreement could add tariffs of more than 20% on the imports of fresh tomatoes into the U.S.

A 10-page economic study from Arizona State University says ending the U.S.-Mexico suspension minimum price agreement for tomatoes would raise consumer prices by as much as 50%.

The Syracuse, Utah-based company has announced plans to expand operations to the East Coast with a distribution and packing facility in Cincinnati, set to be fully operational beginning early 2024.

It’s nice to have a great idea, but it’s even better to execute the plan at some point. Columnist Armand Lobato has advice for getting over the hump.