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ELDs Under Scrutiny: What the recall wave means for fresh food transportation
05 Oct 2026 6 minute read

ELDs Under Scrutiny: What the recall wave means for fresh food transportation

The transition to electronic logging devices was fraught with controversy but settled down, now it's back.

By Charles Boicey
Grower Innovations: The Rise of Biologicals
27 Jul 2026 7 minute read

Grower Innovations: The Rise of Biologicals

How beneficial insects, microbes, and even gene-targeting sprays are moving from niche tools to mainstream crop protection.

By Charles Boicey
Grower Innovations: The Tech Reshaping the Field
18 May 2026 6 minute read

Grower Innovations: The Tech Reshaping the Field

With growers under increasing pressure due to high costs, technology is offering solutions in the field, packhouse, and beyond.

By Charles Boicey
Packaging Update: Emerging Tech
16 Mar 2026 5 minute read

Packaging Update: Emerging Tech

Smart packaging is changing the way perishable fruits and vegetables are protected, preserved, and sold across the industry.

By Charles Boicey
The Produce Department of Tomorrow: Emerging tech at point of sale
02 Feb 2026 5 minute read

The Produce Department of Tomorrow: Emerging tech at point of sale

Technology continues to reshape grocery store operations from the backroom to the checkout counter—what's trending?

By Charles Boicey
The Shared Future of Produce and Pharma: Data, trust, and the cold chain
17 Nov 2025 4 minute read

The Shared Future of Produce and Pharma: Data, trust, and the cold chain

How can a look at the pharmaceutical industry strengthen the fresh produce supply chain? Read on to find out.

By Charles Boicey

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Farmers Potato Distributing

Blue Book’s Tools are Necessary to Evaluate Potential Partners

Blue Book Services is an essential resource for maintaining strong and profitable business relationships. - Robert B. Cook, President at Farmers Potato Distributing

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Twin Garden Sales

Using Blue Book to Build Confidence and Drive Sales

Being listed in the Blue Book gives us the exposure we need to make new connections and to grow sales. - Joel Hayes, President at Twin Garden Sales

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