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California heat wave leaves quality problems behind

Markon Cooperative BB #:123315 released this crop report October 15, 2024: Temperatures along major West Coast and Southwestern growing regions...

7 months ago 2 minute read

2024 IFPA State of the Industry address: Fresh is worth fighting for

In her annual State of the Industry address, IFPA CEO Cathy Burns said the time is now to “fight for...

7 months ago 9 minute read

IFPA granted observer status to United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change

October 17, 2024 Atlanta, GA – During the State of the Industry keynote session today at the International Fresh Produce...

7 months ago 4 minute read

HarvestHold Fresh approved for commercial use in California

CENTENNIAL, Colo., Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Verdant Technologies BB #:377032, a trailblazer in agricultural technology and crop protection, today...

7 months ago 2 minute read

LGS Specialty Sales gives update on citrus transition from southern hemisphere

NEW ROCHELLE, NY (October 16, 2024) – LGS Specialty Sales BB #:138665, a leading importer of citrus, avocados, grapes, and...

7 months ago 3 minute read

USDA to purchase $25 million in citrus from domestic producers supporting communities in need

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17, 2024 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced its intent to purchase up to $25 million in...

7 months ago 2 minute read

The Produce Reporter Week in Review – October 18, 2024

Greg and Pamela are coming to you on location at the Global Produce & Floral Show in Atlanta with key...

7 months ago 1 minute read

PRO*ACT and Spiceology form strategic partnership to elevate culinary experiences

Monterey, CA – PRO*ACT BB #:141746, the leading provider of fresh produce and supply chain solutions to the foodservice industry,...

7 months ago 3 minute read

Highline Mushrooms partners with Christiaens Group to build the ‘Farm Of The Future’

Leamington, ON – Highline Mushrooms has always been passionate about natural nourishment and innovation, with a strong belief in the...

7 months ago 2 minute read

Peruvian citrus exports reach record levels in 2024

From January to July 2024, Peruvian citrus exports totaled $212 million, reflecting an increase of 42.5 percent compared to the...

7 months ago 2 minute read

Calavo brings avocado veteran to new business development role

SANTA PAULA, CA (Nasdaq: CVGW) – October 15, 2024 – Calavo Growers BB #:113203, a global leader in avocados and...

7 months ago 2 minute read

Four Star Fruit enters licensee agreement with Sun World International

Delano, California, October 15, 2024 — Four Star Fruit, a leading grower and marketer of conventional and organic table grapes,...

7 months ago 3 minute read

Whole Foods releases top 10 food trends for 2025

AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Today, Whole Foods Market’s Trends Council unveiled their top 10 anticipated food trends for 2025 in the retailer’s 10th annual Trends...

7 months ago 14 minute read

Church Brothers Farms names VP of retail sales

SALINAS, Calif. – October 15, 2024 – Church Brothers Farms BB #:161800 today announced that Tracy Carranza has joined the...

7 months ago 2 minute read

Stemilt to celebrate 60-year anniversary, new packaging at IFPA 2024

October 14, 2024 WENATCHEE, Wash. – From celebrating their 60th year anniversary, to launching new packaging, Stemilt BB #:113654 has...

7 months ago 5 minute read

Gem-Pack Berries partners with Multisteps on sustainable packaging

Watsonville, CA – October 14, 2024 Gem-Pack Berries BB #:332864 is proud to announce a groundbreaking project with Multisteps, a leader...

7 months ago 4 minute read

Mastronardi Produce to release Sunset Summer Series Berries

Kingsville, ON (October 15, 2024) – Enjoy the refreshing and vibrant flavors of summer all year long with SUNSET’s Summer...

7 months ago 2 minute read

Hippo Harvest launches organic greenhouse-grown packaged salads

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Hippo Harvest BB #:397466, a grower, packer and shipper of packaged salads, today...

7 months ago 4 minute read

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