California Avocado Commission’s PMA Fresh Summit plan

IRVINE, Calif. – The California Avocado Commission (CAC) BB #:145028 has supported the Produce Marketing Association (PMA) BB #:153708 for...

5 years ago 3 minute read

FDA, Mexican agencies strengthen food safety partnership

For Immediate Release: October 05, 2020 — Today, during a virtual ceremony, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and its...

5 years ago 4 minute read

Hazel Tech announces mango partnership with FLP of Peru

CHICAGO – Hazel Technologies Inc., BB #:302595 a USDA-funded technology company delivering new solutions for fresh produce to extend shelf-life,...

5 years ago 4 minute read

PMA Fresh Summit opens for previews

Newark, DE – Produce Marketing Association BB #:153708 has opened the 2020 Fresh Summit virtual platform for the Buyer Preview...

5 years ago 5 minute read

Industry associations send comments on USDA Organic Enforcement Rules

October 5, 2020 — Today, the Produce Marketing Association BB #:153708, Western Growers Association BB #:144734 and United Fresh Produce...

5 years ago 2 minute read

Stemilt points to World Pear Day for promotions

WENATCHEE, WA – Celebrate the goodness of pears on Saturday, December 5 for World Pear Day. Recognized as a world...

5 years ago 4 minute read

Fruit World enters citrus season with new recyclable packaging

Reedley, CA – Fruit World, BB #:187196 a family-owned, flavor-focused grower-shipper of organic and conventional fruit, enters their 2020 citrus...

5 years ago 3 minute read

LGS Specialty Sales celebrates 30 years

NEW ROCHELLE, NY – LGS Specialty Sales, BB #:138665 a leading importer of citrus, avocados, grapes, and persimmons, is celebrating...

5 years ago 3 minute read

UNFI, Key Food Cooperative reach long-term supply agreement

PROVIDENCE, R.I.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–United Natural Foods, Inc. BB #:158953 and Key Food Stores Co-Operative, Inc. BB #:103100 today announced they have...

5 years ago 4 minute read

Superior Fresh rebrands, updates salad packaging

Northfield, Wis. – Superior Fresh, BB #:366219 the world’s largest aquaponic farm, growing USDA certified organic produce and Atlantic salmon,...

5 years ago 2 minute read

Center for Produce Safety funds 14 new research projects

Woodland, CA, October 6, 2020 – The Center for Produce Safety (CPS) ­has funded 14 new research projects, valued at just over $3.3 million, to...

5 years ago 5 minute read

USDA cites Florida firm for PACA violations

WASHINGTON, Sept. 20, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on Burbano Corporation, doing business as...

5 years ago 2 minute read

Imported asparagus prices gain strength

Asparagus prices are rising with volumes lower than the past several seasons. Supplies are available from Peru and Mexico, and...

5 years ago 2 minute read

Understanding Gen Z

In 2020, it’s easy to understand what makes a generation: a major shift, whether it be war, cataclysm, or technical...

5 years ago 4 minute read

ProduceIQ: Prices level off, asparagus gains offset iceberg’s drop

Week 40 prices have only reached the high of $0.85/pound once before in the last 15 years. Historically, prices decline...

5 years ago 3 minute read

Peruvian mandarin exports increase in volume and value

The 2020 Peruvian mandarin season is coming to an end with positive results. Estimates indicate that, up until September 15,...

5 years ago 2 minute read

Chuck’s Transport expands services with new headquarters

SHERTZ, TX—Chuck’s Transport Inc. BB #:152079 has a lot to celebrate in its 26th year in business. The company, founded...

5 years ago 3 minute read

USDA restricts PACA violators in CA, FL and TX

WASHINGTON, Oct. 5, 2020 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on four produce businesses for failing...

5 years ago 3 minute read

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