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Tomato trends at retail
The pandemic changed the dynamics of nearly every aspect of business and industry, and this was certainly true when it...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
Tomatoes: China’s Role
China is not only the largest producer of tomatoes worldwide, but it is also the top exporter of tomato paste,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...