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U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he would temporarily lower the duties he had just imposed on dozens of countries while further ramping up pressure on China.
John Stackhouse, senior vice president of the office of the CEO at Royal Bank of Canada joined Ron Lemaire, CPMA president, to discuss the current economic climate and opportunities for the fresh produce industry in Canada.
Ben B. Schwartz and Sons launched Ben B. Access platform that expedites orders, coordinates delivery directly with drivers and integrates with third-party software for greater operational efficiency.
Three collaborators say they are uniting specialties in germplasm, AI and growing capabilities for the new breeding program.
The nonprofit has spearheaded and supported efforts to improve labor practices across the fresh produce industry, including $25 million in worker bonuses.
The produce company says Oxifilm will reduce plastic waste and enhance sustainability in fresh fruit operations.
The Nogales, Ariz.-based company manages a network across Mexico that includes over 900 acres of open-field production, 1,400 acres of indoor production and packing facilities.
Dante Galeazzi, president and CEO of the Texas International Produce Association, shares what consumers might see in the fresh produce department.
With tariff negotiations ongoing as the produce industry prepares to convene, the current trade war remains a cause for concern, says the Canadian Produce Marketing Association president.
Best known for its Vulcan next-generation, intra-row weeder and precision cultivator, FarmWise announced plans last month to “wind down” operations by April 1 due to lack of funding.
Great Place to Work and Fortune’s annual ranking includes industry leaders like Wegmans, The Wonderful Company, Publix, Target and Walmart, recognizing their commitment to employee satisfaction and workplace excellence.
The company rose six spots on the list, which ranks enterprises based on employee assessments of company culture, leadership and relationships with workers.
As the Florida citrus industry continues its fight against the deadly citrus greening disease, scientists are exploring genetic editing and CRISPR technology as potential solutions.
Walt Churchill of Walt Churchill’s Market and Val Schlueter of Homeland received top honors, with Associated Wholesale Grocers presenting 11 additional awards.
Urban farms like Growing Gardens and The Side Yard Farm play an important role in providing fresh, local food to Portland’s food insecure, but climate change, funding freezes and shifting policies are making it harder for them to sustain their mission.
The new 24-ounce bag featuring a mix of premium potatoes is ideal for roasting, boiling or adding a vibrant pop of color to any dish, the company says.
The Wenatchee, Wash.-based company plans to highlight a variety of fresh offerings at this year’s Canadian Produce Marketing Association Convention and Trade Show.
The Canadian greenhouse grower will highlight its Canadian roots, as well tomatoes, strawberries, peppers and lettuce, at the event in Montreal.
The companies said the move will expand their European business through the acquisition of two German salad production plants.
The Reedley, Calif.-based global sales and marketing platform has acquired Montana Fruits, a packer-shipper-marketer of avocados sourced from growers throughout Colombia.
The International Fresh Produce Association outlined several policy recommendations in a letter to Trump administration officials and the Make America Healthy Again commission.
Plus many events to captivate fresh produce attendees such as a pickleball tournament, educational sessions and receptions.
Adding Uganda’s leading supplier of bulk crude and edible avocado oil aligns the company with plans to expand into high-value specialty ingredients.
Organizations that provide access to fresh produce say these cuts will directly impact the ability to help those in need.
In a letter to key officials, International Fresh Produce Association CEO Cathy Burns encouraged making exemptions for fruits and vegetables in agriculture tariffs.
The Midwest grocer taps Instacart’s Carrot Ads solution to expand retail media advertising for CPG brands.
One of the most concerning aspects of the nation’s catastrophic 1.1 million honeybee colony loss is that no one saw it coming, says Omer Davidi, CEO and co-founder of BeeHero.
A collaboration will bring forth new premium berries and build on the momentum of Hunkaberry jumbo blueberry and Pink Cosmo, the companies say.
Five Italy-based companies have joined Sun World’s network to bring premium table grapes to more consumers worldwide.
The first major fresh produce event of the year, formerly known as GOPEX, is set for Jan. 12-13, 2026, at the JW Marriott Turnberry Resort.