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RPE introduces Burbank Reserve potato variety

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—Bancroft, WI. September 18, 2023—Introducing the Burbank Reserve, a remarkable gem in the world of potatoes that effortlessly...

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Starr Ranch Growers partners with CMI Orchards

September 18th, 2023 Wenatchee, WA: In a thrilling new development four years in the making—Starr Ranch Growers/Oneonta Trading Company BB...

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Parent company sells NatureSweet

Blue Road Capital acquires the leading Controlled Environment Agriculture company in North America September 19, 2023 SAN ANTONIO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Silver Ventures...

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USDA restricts PACA violators in California, New York, and Texas

WASHINGTON, Sept. 19, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on three produce businesses for failing to...

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Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Company announces West Coast expansion

FORT PIERCE, Fla., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Company, the nostalgic and authentic juice brand beloved for its use...

2 years ago 4 minute read

FFVA criticizes DOL proposed H-2A rule

Sept. 15, 2023 — On Tuesday, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), Improving...

2 years ago 1 minute read

Organic Grower Summit 2023 session addressess AI in agriculture

MONTEREY, CA—September 13, 2023 — The explosive interest in artificial intelligence (AI) in agriculture continues to impact all facets of...

2 years ago 4 minute read

USA Pear new crop hits stores

MILWAUKIE, Ore., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — As autumn arrives, Pacific Northwest orchards are bursting with fresh pears and kicking...

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Food safety expert joins iFoodDS as strategic advisor, board member

SEATTLE, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — iFoodDS, the leading provider of connected traceability, quality, and food safety solutions for the...

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Freight volumes bounce back in August

September 18, 2023 BEAVERTON, Ore.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Truckload freight volumes increased in August as shippers positioned freight ahead of the fourth quarter,...

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GS Foods Group acquires Louisiana distributor

September 15, 2023 ONTARIO, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–GS Foods Group, Inc., a leading specialized foodservice distributor owned by affiliates of Highview Capital,...

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AeroFarms emerges from Chapter 11, appoints CEO

September 18, 2023 — AeroFarms, Inc., a Certified B Corporation and market leader for indoor vertical farming and microgreens, today...

2 years ago 5 minute read

Frieda’s introduces new three-pack passion fruit

Anaheim, CA (September 13, 2023) – Frieda’s Branded Produce BB #:388120 is delighted to announce its innovative new Passion Fruit...

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SEPC releases What’s New? consumer research at Southern Innovations

Revealing the consumer take on innovations in relation to fresh produce consumption and purchases Charlotte, NC, September 15, 2023 —...

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Lipman showcases new tomato varietals at Southern Innovations

Lipman’s Monet Red and Bellavina Varieties to make their Debut at Southern Innovations IMMOKALEE, FL (SEPTEMBER 13, 2023) – Lipman...

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Colombia rises to world’s third largest Hass avocado producer

In Colombia, according to figures through September 2022 published by the National Foreign Trade Association (Analdex), Hass avocado exports reached...

2 years ago 3 minute read

SunFed adds to sales staff

Allie Coombs joined SunFed’s BB #:150037 sales team on September 1st. Allie got her start in produce at EuroFresh Farms...

2 years ago 1 minute read

ZAG Technical Services launches new data solution for Famous ERPs

San Jose, Calif., September 13, 2023 – ZAG Technical Services (ZAG) BB #:365534, an award-winning IT consulting firm, managed services,...

2 years ago 5 minute read

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