Industry News
The International Fresh Produce Association’s vice president of sustainability spoke with The Packer about her experience at COP29 and what’s ahead for sustainability in 2025.
The program will focus on cover cropping, compost applications, nutrient management and conversion of farm equipment to renewable energy in three states.
The USDA has imposed sanctions on five produce businesses in Texas, Florida, New Jersey and Oregon for violations of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act.
The Hallmark Channel’s Andrew Walker joins Hallmark Christmas Experience for an apple tasting with prizes and meet-and-greet.
The company’s berry division will be marketed under the SunBelle brand, including its operations in Mexico.
SL Produce announces ambitious expansion and investment plans for 2025 to coincide with high-volume new season vegetable crop.
Part of its “ambitious and rapid” expansion, the indoor grower has opened its first greenhouse in Lorena, Texas, the second of three regional hubs it plans to open in 2024.
The program, announced in November, is designed to help fresh produce growers manage higher costs and expand markets.
Sanctions include suspending the businesses’ Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act licenses and barring the principal operators of the businesses from engaging in PACA-licensed business without USDA approval.
The Kroger Co. has responded to a lawsuit filed by Albertsons Cos. Inc. following a court ruling blocking a proposed merger.
Fruit breeders say intellectual property rights protect proprietary varieties and help fuel innovation.
The collaboration aims to bring fresh, healthy produce to food banks and communities across the U.S. and Canada.
The new awards, to be presented at TIPA’s inaugural women’s banquet, will recognize women who have made an impact on the fresh produce industry, as well as an emerging leader.
The company says it is restructuring its commercial wholesale organization into two product-centered divisions to enhance service to its customers and suppliers.
The Nature’s Partner consumer pack clamshells are available in select club stores and grocery retailers in the western U.S.
Hy-Vee ID provides insights into unique audience segments, enabling precise targeting for marketing campaigns, the company says.
Registration will open Feb. 3 for the event, which promotes Texas’ role in the fresh fruit and vegetable industry.
The fruit and vegetable company will present with its master growers in a double exhibition area with a main stand and showroom at the event in Berlin.
The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service allocated funds to respond to the threat and prevent the northward spread of the destructive pests.
The foodservice distributor says the addition of Parishables Food Service helps it tap into a vibrant culinary hub.
GrubMarket says the acquisition further strengthens its position in the West Coast market and demonstrates its commitment to expanding its portfolio of offerings for existing customers and supporting local California agriculture.
The company expanded its Busy Bee Farm exhibit at a local children’s museum and capped the milestone with an internal celebration.
EFI and The Packer will present the award, recognizing and amplifying the contributions of farmworkers. Deadline for nominations is Feb 28.
The Kingsville, Ontario-based company says it took home four PAC Global Awards for its branding.
The company says it received rankings in the categories for fresh berries, fresh fruit and salad kits.
Dave Armstrong will transition to executive chairman, and Eduardo Flores will become president and CEO in April.
The San Francisco-based company says its Sustainable California initiative will support the Los Angeles area with environmental restoration from the recent catastrophic wildfires and help California farmers improve the efficiency and sustainability of their farming practices.
With the year starting with slower sales, suppliers on the Ontario Food Terminal are ready for business to pick up.
The specialty retailer plans to open more than seven stores and hire over 650 team members throughout the state.
Big Y Foods has recognized for outstanding support of the mango industry, driving increased consumer demand.