California
Sunkist has a robust portfolio and steady supply extending to 40 varieties of both conventional and organic citrus, says Cassie Howard of Sunkist Growers Inc.
California citrus harvest will be down slightly this year, says Randy Stucky, director of harvesting and grower relations for Bee Sweet Citrus, Fowler, Calif.
The company is celebrating the recent Equitable Food Initiative certification of its facility in Reedley, Calif., as its winter citrus program gets underway.
Santa Paula, Calif.-based Limoneira Co. reported financial results for the fiscal fourth quarter and full year ended Oct. 31 that reflected improved lemon pricing compared with a year ago.
Strawberry fields in California’s central coast region were challenged early in the season with winter rain and cold temperatures, but spring and summer availability is looking strong, says Cindy Jewell.
Retailers can capture significant California cherry sales by promoting “pedal to the metal” to the end of the season, says Brianna Shales, marketing director for Stemilt Growers.
New research findings and tools in the areas of automation, pathology and entomology were presented and displayed at the 10th anniversary Cal Poly Strawberry Center Field Day.
Tools such as artificial-intelligence-driven platforms are now at the forefront of helping the agricultural industry anticipate and mitigate risks, ensuring that future harvests remain as abundant and diverse as they are today.
Interested candidates should submit resumes by Dec. 6 for this volunteer position.
With a heatwave affecting the harvest, Fresh Farms says it faces a season marked by both challenge and opportunity.
Mediterranean, Queensland and Tau fruit fly quarantines have been lifted while the state keeps its Oriental fruit fly quarantine in place.
Along with a refreshed corporate logo, the company will be unveiling a new consumer brand, Bolthouse Fresh, and packaging for its consumer-facing portfolio of fresh carrots and on-the-go snacking solutions.
The department added Newport Beach in Orange County to its statewide quarantine to prevent the spread of an invasive species and the disease.
Among the fall harvests, California grapes are a top choice for consumers. According to the California Department of Food and Agriculture, grapes are one of the state’s top 10 valued agricultural commodities.
Following successful eradication measures, the California ag department said it eliminated five introduced species in the state, including the first finds in the Western Hemisphere for Tau and Queensland fruit flies.
As part of National Fruits and Veggies Month, the organization says it will help retailers capitalize on cross-merchandising opportunities with walnuts and fresh produce.
The USDA’s revised quarantine area doesn’t include commercial citrus groves.
Following an announcement that the state eradicated all infestations of invasive fruit flies, the California Department of Fruit and Agriculture has initiated a quarantine in Alameda County due to a new finding.
Changes in the grape industry have reflected increasing importance of premium varieties, compared with 20 years ago when growers all had the same varieties and competed on quality, availability and reliability, says John Pandol, director of special projects for Pandol Bros.
The harvest, now underway, has produced excellent quality sweetpotatoes in a variety of planted colors, including orange, red, white and purple, ensuring consistent supply to meet growing consumer demand, according to the brand.
Western Growers pointed to a lack of lead time for developing and deploying the necessary technology, equipment and infrastructure, as well as the lack of consideration to the cost of compliance, in comments urging the agency to deny a California board’s request to fully implement the rule.
A comprehensive economic analysis from Californians for Smart Pesticide Policy addresses possible negative implications of elements of the state’s proposed Sustainable Pest Management framework.
The Markon Cooperative event featured field tours, educational sessions and mini trade shows.
The United Fresh Produce Association and Produce Marketing Association has asked the U.S. Department of Agriculture to include them in any revisions or evaluations of the Farmers to Families Food Box Program.
Baloian Farms, Fresno, Calif., is beginning its 40th season of shipping heirloom Fresno Flat Sweet Red Onions.
As the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic delivered a devastating blow to many businesses that buy onions, it left no doubt about the importance of onions in diets worldwide, suppliers say.
Carrier Transicold of Southern California has opened a 42,000-square-foot service facility.
Harold Weisfeld, founder of Fruit Distributing Corp. of California, Commerce, has died.
Many California table grape growers have adopted sustainable growing and business strategies to guide their vineyards into a productive, profitable and ecologically sound future.
Castroville, Calif.-based Ocean Mist Farms has received Blue Zones Project approval of their Monterey, Calif., worksite, according to the company.