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The Produce Reporter Week in Review – Jan. 3, 2020
Greg and Pamela are back after the Christmas break talking consumer reaction to Cosmic Crisp apples, Pamela’s list of lists...
Performance Food Group Company completes the acquisition of Reinhart Foodservice
Performance Food Group Company BB #:137847 announced that it has completed the acquisition of Reinhart Foodservice, L.L.C. BB #:105119. With the...
Freight bill responsibility after a rejection
The Problem Who pays for the freight bill following a rejection to an FOB seller? The Key Point The party...
The verdict: Cosmic Crisp vs. Honeycrisp
A few days ago, I wrote about my initial impressions of the newfangled Cosmic Crisp apple (extremely good but not...
Starr Ranch moves organic product from plastic to cardboard
WENATCHEE, WA (Jan. 3, 2020) – Starr Ranch Growers BB #:113637 is extending its sustainability program with new packaging for...
Sustainable packaging solutions improve
Packaging companies long ago discovered that producing a recyclable package for fresh fruits or vegetables does not equate to it...
Of microaggression and heart attacks
Fairness may be more crucial to your bottom line than you think. My father had his first heart attack the...
South African citrus exports shift to easy peelers
Citrus exports to the United States from South Africa should increase in 2020 based on increased plantings, according to a...
Five 2020 produce trends to watch
I keep an eye on food trends predictions, and make a few of my own, so this one comprehensive list...
United Fresh 2020 Launches Controlled Environment Pavilion
PRESS RELEASE: WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 20, 2019) – With demand growing rapidly for controlled environment production, many indoor growers are...
Investigation continues into Salmonella outbreak linked to Tailor Cut Produce
Statement from the Food and Drug Administration January 2, 2020: FDA, CDC and state and local partners are investigating an...
The lowdown on the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl
The college football calendar saves a spud-tacular matchup between New Year’s Day and the January 13 national championship game. Of...
Be a better business partner
We can all agree the produce industry is a people business built on trust, but we also know there are...
Creativity, efficiency, and fun in 2020
On behalf of everyone at Blue Book, we extend our best wishes for a Happy New Year. May 2020 bring...
New Year’s Resolutions from produce leaders
As 2020 approaches, many people are pondering the future and coming up with a few New Year’s resolutions. The practice...
Veggie Noodle Co. recalls veggie ramen due to possible egg contamination
COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT Veggie Noodle Co., LLC BB #:333864 is voluntarily recalling its Cece’s® Veggie Co. brand Fresh Veggie Ramen with...
Sustainable packaging evolves with consumer demand
The conversation regarding sustainable packaging is central in today’s perishables industry, as consumer demand for sustainability in food packaging continues...
Sprouts sold at Hy-Vee, Fareway, Jimmy John’s recalled
Company Announcement: Sprouts Unlimited BB #:155147 of Marion IA is recalling clover spouts in 4 oz packages because it may...
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