Tomato trends at retail

The pandemic changed the dynamics of nearly every aspect of business and industry, and this was certainly true when it...

3 years ago 3 minute read

Kroger will end COVID-19 benefits for unvaccinated workers

Cincinnati, OH-based Kroger Co. BB #:100073 plans to cut some COVID-19 benefits for unvaccinated workers starting January 1. According to...

3 years ago 1 minute read

Infarm raises $200MM to accelerate global growth

AMSTERDAM, Dec. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Infarm, a rapidly growing urban farming company with a global presence, announced today that...

3 years ago 6 minute read

Hass avocados show strong sales for summer holidays

MISSION VIEJO, CA – (December 15, 2021) – The Hass Avocado Board’s (HAB) recently published holiday retail recap reported sales...

3 years ago 4 minute read

Getir expands ultrafast grocery delivery to Boston

NEW YORK, Dec. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Getir, the pioneer of ultrafast grocery delivery, today announces it has started operations...

3 years ago 3 minute read

USDA files action against NY receiver for alleged PACA violations

WASHINGTON, Dec. 16, 2021 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has filed an administrative complaint against Ayar Produce NY...

3 years ago 1 minute read

Brazilian fruit exports surpass 2020 figures

According to SECEX (Foreign Trade Department), 2021 Brazilian fruit exports have already surpassed 2020 shipments in both volume and revenue....

3 years ago 1 minute read

Fyffes receives CHEP Certificate of Sustainability

The recognition is based on the reduction of the environmental impact of Fyffes banana, pineapple, and melon operations by implementing...

3 years ago 5 minute read

Vegetable sales improve at retail but inflation takes toll on volume

November 2021 picked up where October left off: grocery shopping and food consumption patterns remained in flux, especially as holiday...

3 years ago 13 minute read

Pear Bureau Northwest celebrates 90 years

Portland, Ore. – Pear Bureau Northwest BB #:162426 celebrates 90 years of fruitful collaboration with Washington and Oregon fresh pear...

3 years ago 4 minute read

Vertical farming and cost sustainability

Let’s see—where did the produce that is now in my house come from? The Lucy Glo apples are from Chelan...

3 years ago 5 minute read

USDA cites Colorado broker with PACA violations

WASHINGTON, Dec. 16, 2021 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on Ringer & Son Brokerage Co....

3 years ago 2 minute read

Tomatoes: China’s Role

China is not only the largest producer of tomatoes worldwide, but it is also the top exporter of tomato paste,...

3 years ago 2 minute read

GSA’s new economic analysis shows impact of pandemic on farmers, agriculture

We have all felt the seismic shift from the pandemic and its impact on our lives and livelihoods. Throughout the...

3 years ago 5 minute read

Avocados From Mexico shares ‘Knowledge Hub’ with media, retailers and foodservice

DALLAS – This month, if you’re buying an avocado in the United States, it’s almost certainly from the Avocados From...

3 years ago 4 minute read

Walmart to build fulfillment center in Salt Lake City, opening in Summer 2022

1,000,000+ square-foot facility marks the retailers first fulfillment center in the state of Utah and will create approximately 450 new...

3 years ago 3 minute read

Fifth Season partners with Sabra for salad kits

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Sabra, maker of America’s favorite hummus, and Fifth Season, a food system...

3 years ago 6 minute read

Mushroom consumption may lower risk of depression

HERSHEY, Pa. — Mushrooms have been making headlines due to their many health advantages. Not only do they lower one’s...

3 years ago 4 minute read

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