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CDC reports 230 illnesses, 3 deaths in Salmonella outbreak linked to cantaloupes
December 7, 2023 – CDC is concerned about this outbreak because the illnesses are severe and people in long-term care...
The Produce Reporter Week in Review – December 8, 2023
Pamela’s Dollar General prophecy appears to be coming true, and Greg has a few updates in the Salmonella outbreak tied...
Peruvian onion export value up, volume down
From January to October of this year, Peruvian exports of fresh onion totaled $75.3 million, showing an increase of 0.5...
USDA files PACA action against California citrus firm
WASHINGTON, Dec. 8, 2023 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has filed an administrative complaint against California Fresh Citrus Company...
USDA restricts PACA violators in CA, NV, and NY
WASHINGTON, Dec. 8, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on three produce businesses for failing to...
Bobalu celebrates holidays by giving back
(December 4, 2023-Oxnard, CA ) Last week marked yet another year with the Bobalu Berry Farms BB #:354734 staff celebrating...
Ethical charter program inaugurated
WASHINGTON, December 5, 2023 – Fresh produce industry stakeholders came together to launch the Ethical Charter Implementation Program (ECIP) in...
Robinson Fresh projects strong holiday demand, 2024 fresh produce trends
‘Tis the season for seasonal produce and retail surges. Consistently high inflation and weakening consumer demand are eating into retail...
FPAA to host webinar on tomato suspension agreement
NOGALES, AZ (December 6, 2023) – The Fresh Produce Association of America (FPAA) BB #:144354 is pleased to announce a free upcoming...
Peruvian blueberry exports fall to all destinations
The 2023 blueberry season in Peru represents a stage of learning for the industry, especially in the largest exporting areas...
Robert Guenther forms Breakthrough365 Government Relations Strategies
December 7, 2023 Washington, D.C. – Breakthrough365 Government Relations Strategies officially announces its launch today, embarking on a mission to...
Sponsored Content: Million Things to Net-Zero
It’s no secret that it takes a lot of energy to keep the food we enjoy at a safe and...
NatureSweet scientist appointed to food leadership board at UC-Davis
SAN ANTONIO, TX, December 1, 2023 — Seasoned consumer research and product development expert Martin C. Ruebelt, PhD, has been...
FullTilt Marketing expands with new hire, promotion
MINOT, N.D. (December 4, 2023) FullTilt Marketing, BB #:354985 a premier firm specializing in agriculture, fresh produce, and specialty food...
Talley Farms celebrates produce veteran’s retirement
After 40 years in the produce business, Andrea Shapiro Chavez is retiring from her position as creator and manager of...
Vertical farm Oishii releases Rubī tomato
JERSEY CITY, NEW JERSEY – December 6, 2023 – Today, vertical farming leader Oishii unveiled the Rubi tomato, available now...
SunOpta hires produce veteran as next CEO
December 06, 2023 MINNEAPOLIS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–SunOpta Inc., a U.S.-based global pioneer fueling the future of sustainable, plant-based foods and beverages, today...
Food safety lawyers file first lawsuit in cantaloupe Salmonella outbreak
PENSACOLA, Fla., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Pritzker Hageman food safety lawyers have filed the first lawsuit (case file number 1:23-cv-00292-AW-MJF) arising from a...
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