Produce - General
As peak harvest seasons in Florida and California converge with diesel prices sitting at $5.40 a gallon, refrigerated trucking capacity is poised to hit its tightest level in over a year. An expert reveals how to avoid a shipping scramble in July.
The Union City, Calif.-based company is eyeing a potential 50% boost in sales following the first acquisition in its 63-year history, a strategic expansion engineered to master the high-stakes world of just-in-time produce logistics.
Severe drought and unseasonable spring heat in North Carolina are causing significant yield losses for specialty crops like brassicas and berries while simultaneously increasing pest pressures for regional organic growers.
The strategic transition marks a significant step forward in Thx!’s mission to prove that doing good is good business, while unlocking new opportunities for brands, retailers and consumers to create meaningful impact.
As Mexico evolves from a high-volume supplier to a strategic powerhouse, exporting $18 billion in fresh fruits and vegetables globally, IFPA’s Jessica Keller reveals why the country matters to the produce industry now more than ever.
According to a letter sent to landowners and leasing partners, President Darrel Monette says this process will allow them to stabilize finances, restructure debt, and continue operating.
Dwyer has been tapped to lead efforts to expand Clarifresh’s North American presence and deepen partnerships across the industry.
By diversifying into specialty crops and direct-to-consumer sales, the Thomas family is connecting the next generation to the soil and their community.
Meet the dynamic duo reinventing the purple sweetpotato category with examples that outpace existing varieties in yields, earliness, shape, quality, packout and disease resistance.
The Salinas, Calif.-based salad company says the acquisition marks its largest investment in controlled environment agriculture to date.
The 23rd edition of the Southeast Produce Council event is fully booked with exhibitors and is set to “provide an intimate yet comprehensive experience.”
The state’s Hidalgo County quarantine now contains 223.3 acres of commercial citrus and the state’s Cameron County quarantine includes 970.6 acres of commercial citrus.
Held at the Southeast Fruit and Vegetable Conference, the program brings together leading experts for hands-on instruction, facility insights and the latest advancements in ripening technology.
FDP Group, which distributes organic and conventional produce, says the addition of UNFI Canada Produce division will broaden its selection of produce and strengthen its position in the organic market.
The company recently announced the EPA registration of its new Plinazolin technology, which is now a part of three products labeled for use in specialty crops.
NYPS featured an array of innovation aimed at the coveted younger produce shopper, as well as vibrant commodity campaigns, labor-saving solutions for retail and foodservice, and much more.
Acquisition of Country Pure Foods expands reach in fruit and vegetable juices, plant-based drinks and healthy novelties
A panel discussion at the New York Produce Show’s Global Trade Symposium on Dec. 2, explored the many challenges facing the North American fresh produce industry when it comes to tariffs and trade wars.
Started in 2016, the San Francisco-based market’s food recovery program continues to rescue and donate an incredible 4,000 pounds of produce a day from its 20 merchants.
From tomatoes to kale to cauliflower, companies in the market share what offerings they’ll have ready to go.
Vancouver, B.C.-based grower, marketer and distributor says this new facility will help it meet its goal of expanding its distribution in the Prairies by more than 200%.
All ag exists at the whims of Mother Nature, but the extremes that come with the Golden State’s driest regions in winter makes this necessary stop for year-round vegetables a risky business.
This expansion includes portions of Santa Clara County where two wild mated females were found in a residential property.
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says the new guidelines will change the food culture in this country.
What we know from Day 1 of the Supreme Court hearing on Trump administration IEEPA tariffs and the path for importers to pursue a potential refund.
In the battle to save honeybees, Norroa from GreenLight Biosciences is a preventative that targets varroa mites to stop reproduction and prevent significant colony losses.
The company says the slogan “We Are The Grower” reinforces its commitment to quality, innovation and trust.