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Lettuce market keeps rising above the challenges
If life were simply a video game, I think we might be able to come to a consensus to hit...
FDA issues injunction to stop sprout grower under Produce Safety Rule
For Immediate Release: September 15, 2020 — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced today that Fortune Food Product, Inc.,...
Church Brothers introduces Ready Sides
SALINAS, Calif. – Church Brothers Farms BB #:161800 is launching three-minute microwavable Ready Sides – adding to its existing line...
SweeTango Apples “vintage crop” driving up sales
Swedesboro, N.J. – Just three weeks into the 2020 SweeTango apple season, the brand’s marketing and sales desks report that...
Demystifying Goodwill: Goodwill vs. Intangible Assets
Many tort claims involve goodwill: the plaintiff claims that the defendant’s actions have injured the company’s goodwill. The terms goodwill...
California Avocado Commission opens avocado merchandise shop
IRVINE, CA – The California Avocado Commission (CAC) BB #:145028 announced that it has launched a California avocado merchandise shop...
FMCSA extends hours of service waiver for grocery carriers, including food
ANNOUNCEMENT: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration September 11, 2020 EXTENSION OF THE MODIFIED EXPANDED EMERGENCY DECLARATION No. 2020-002 UNDER 49...
Raspberry prices rising again
Berries have seen great consumer demand this summer, and raspberries are no exception. Volumes have been up over previous years,...
Trump, Biden campaigns to appeal to Washington Conference attendees
WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 14, 2020) – Representatives of the Trump and Biden Presidential Campaigns will tangle live at the United...
Mastronardi completes 5th EFI certification
WASHINGTON – Mastronardi Produce BB #:115453 (sold under the SUNSET brand) has certified its fifth operation through Equitable Food Initiative....
LGS Specialty Sales launches “One Step At A Time” sweepstakes
NEW ROCHELLE, NY – LGS Specialty Sales, BB #:138665 a leading importer of citrus, avocados, grapes, and persimmons, announces the...
USDA files action against California firm for alleged PACA violations
WASHINGTON April 29, 2020 – As part of its efforts to enforce the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA) and ensure...
Apple sales on upswing through summer season
WENATCHEE, WA – Stemilt BB #:113654 is back with another edition of its Fast Facts: The Cast video series that...
Demystifying Goodwill: What is it?
Goodwill as a word carries many positive associations: it’s a greeting on a holiday card and a place to drop...
West Pak Avocado announces new director of logistics
Murrieta, CA – West Pak Avocado BB #:117036 is pleased to announce the addition of Ruben Barahona in the new position...
Litehouse acquires Veggiecraft Farms
SANDPOINT, ID, September 11, 2020 – Litehouse, Inc., BB #:171389 a 100% employee-owned company and the No. 1 Refrigerated Salad...
USDA lifts PACA reparation sanctions on Texas produce company
WASHINGTON, Sept. 14, 2020 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that The Chop Shop Produce Co. LLC BB...
Stemilt welcomes new Chief Financial Officer
PRESS RELEASE: WENATCHEE, WA – Stemilt Growers LLC BB #:113654 is proud to announce Cristian Wulf as its new Chief...
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