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The meeting will “examine the full spectrum of fruit and vegetable industry issues and provide recommendations and ideas on how the USDA can tailor programs and services to better meet the needs of the U.S. produce industry,” the USDA said.
The commission has had a busy season — participating in a number of high-profile events designed to drive awareness of the superfruit all year long.
The bounty of fresh produce coming from Controlled Environment Agriculture was on full display at the New England Produce Council’s 2024 Produce, Floral and Foodservice Expo.
The foodtech e-commerce company said the acquisition strengthens its position in the rapidly growing online grocery delivery market.
The fresh produce industry converged at the recent New England Produce Council’s 2024 Produce, Floral and Foodservice Expo to share new products and the latest industry news.
The organic growers have formed a strategic partnership designed to expand their reach and impact within the organic produce industry on the East Coast.
The 107,000-square-foot storage facility is adjacent to the company’s packing plant, which it said will allow for operational efficiencies.
The House is preparing to vote next week on legislation aimed at restricting foreign ownership of U.S. agricultural land, particularly targeting purchases by entities connected to China.
Bloomfield’s cameras are the foundation for a new software service that provides plant-level health and performance assessments for growers of grapes, blueberries and other specialty crops, the company said.
The grocer says this is the ninth consecutive year that it has ranked No. 1 in Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Retail.
How can the fresh produce industry play a role in helping to ensure at-risk women, infants and children have greater access to fresh fruit and vegetables? The Packer recently sat down with the newly named CEO and president to find out.
The Spanish company has been honored with the Excellent Brand Reputation in Fresh Produce award, an annual accolade presented by Global Brands Magazine.
Exhibitors at the Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Innovations showcased new solutions and technologies at the event.
The Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, Tenn., was the scene for Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Innovations event, held Sept. 12-14.
The poster, which features age-appropriate ways to talk with children about fruits and vegetables, will be co-branded with Kids Eat in Color and The Foundation for Fresh Produce’s Have A Plant logo.
New product introductions and expanded availability were among the talking points of exhibitors at the Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Innovations event.
The technology company says the investments will be used to scale its product pipeline, including seedless berries and pitless cherries, as well as advance its Fulcrum Platform.
The greenhouse grower says it will continue to hold exclusive rights to market all premium berry proprietary varieties in North America that were previously licensed to Mastronardi BerryWorld America.
Exhibitors at the Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Innovations 2024 highlighted the start of new seasons and expanded product lines.
Check out this special video edition of The Packer’s reporting from the Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Innovations event.
Produce suppliers in Minnesota’s Minneapolis-St. Paul region are gearing up for a strong fall season as summer fruits give way to heartier autumn offerings.
The farmer-owned cooperative says it is dedicated to connecting premium produce with global markets.
The floral-fabulous Encore Boston Harbor proved a fitting venue for the New England Produce Council’s 2024 Produce, Floral and Foodservice Expo.
Supplies of Envy apples are now transitioning from imports to fresh, domestic production, as the brand eyes growth.
The citrus producer and exporter also says it minimized downtime and manual sorting with Tomra 5S Advanced sorters and a new Dynamic Lane Balancer.
The International Fresh Produce Association provided over 9,000 pounds of fresh produce and floral as decor and snacks for the annual Halloween celebration.
The member-owned trade association says the event will bring together leaders, members and industry professionals to celebrate its legacy and foster inspiration through health care, advocacy, leadership and education.
The expansion includes a new 27-acre glass greenhouse facility as well as serving as the exclusive long-term marketer for two additional operations.
Hub says the move will enhance its services in the agribusiness industry and better position WGIS for long-term growth through expanded scale and capabilities.
The strategic partnership is intended to benefit the customers of both companies through South Mill Champs’ expanded operational and logistical capabilities.