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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency survey monitors seed potato fields for the presence of potato wart and provides data to verify and improve the effectiveness of control measures in place.
This year $100,000 in scholarships were awarded in recognition of academic excellence and dedication to the agricultural industry,
Nominated for his dedication to the next generation, the president and board chairman of Grand Forks, N.D.-based Black Gold Farms was honored during the National Potato Council’s Washington Summit.
A nationwide survey of beekeepers has revealed catastrophic honeybee colony losses across the U.S., with commercial operations reporting an average loss of 62% between June 2024 and February 2025.
With a diverse portfolio, Wonderful Citrus offers more than 10 varieties including mandarins, seedless lemons, lemons, navels, valencias, cara caras, grapefruit, limes, key limes and minneolas.
The move follows an internal investigation into personal conduct, the company says. Ronald Sargent has been appointed board chairman and interim CEO.
Hawaiian-themed events and food will be among the highlights of the Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Exposure, set for March 6-8, with the theme of “Produce Means Family.”
Groundbreaking on the production site is expected this year, with the first phase of the project representing a $450 million investment.
The annual global fruit and vegetable trade show in Berlin featured an array of out-of-this-world fresh produce, including some exciting offerings in grapes and berries.
Innovation was everywhere at Fruit Logistica 2025, including the latest solutions for grower-packer-shippers from BeeHero, Apeel and Clarifresh.
The grocery delivery and pickup service recently unveiled a list of 75 of its top-growing brands.
A shifting customer base, rampant consolidation and a new role for produce salesmen are some changes observed or predicted by distributors at the Bronx, N.Y., mainstay.
The National Potato Council’s recent Potato Expo 2025 drew more than 2,000 attendees and over 200 exhibitors, making it the second-biggest potato event in the expo’s 17-year history.
Fruit Logistica 2025 brought together fresh produce industry professionals from around the globe to the Berlin Messe, where over 2,600 exhibitors from more than 90 countries featured the latest innovations in fresh produce.
From IFPA to the CEA Alliance to the NPC, the fresh produce industry is eager to collaborate with Brooke Rollins.
The company behind Fruitist Blueberries aims to bring nutritious snacking to the world with its “global-local” strategy.
The organizations say this effort will continue expanding access to nutritious foods to improve health outcomes.
The company brought together leaders from its vegetable seeds, crop protection, and digital farming solutions businesses to share how it aims to support growers in delivering quality and consistency, all while helping them to do more with less.
The former NASA mission specialist and engineer and current CEO of Tierra Luna Engineering will share his inspiring story at the produce expo.
The program delivers a range of information and experience in a variety of field and classroom locations, as well as networking opportunities, for a group of 18 produce professionals.
The dynamic global produce community convened at Fruit Logistica 2025 with the collective goal of future proofing the fresh produce industry, driving sustainability and increasing consumption.
The interactive webinar, titled “ICE, ICE Maybe?” will offer attendees actionable steps to take to prepare for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Department of Homeland Security actions.
The auction features vertical farming equipment such as pallet structures with built-in conveyors, integrated power and LED lighting, water distribution, filtration and recycling systems, plus packaging equipment and more.
Set for Feb. 5-7 in Berlin, the event will feature an expanded Startup World, which shines a light on groundbreaking solutions and emerging technologies.
The company said it will supply its living butter lettuce to 13 of the retailer’s distribution centers.
The Rural Prosperity and Food Security Act, which builds on the proposal Stabenow released in May, includes $39 billion in new resources “to keep farmers farming, families fed and rural communities strong.”
The high level of policy uncertainty facing rural industries adds to an already long list of headwinds and challenges, according to the report.
The ruling, which can be appealed, could jeopardize the deal between the two major grocers.
The lawsuit follows recent court rulings blocking the proposed merger of the two grocery retailers.
More than $6.5 million over the past eight months has gone into renovating the former Sun Fresh store in Kansas City, Mo.