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Cherry season starts strong

California cherry season started strong with volume rising daily. Prices have dropped slightly since the start of May but remain...

5 years ago 2 minute read

USDA files $1.3MM PACA action against Hawaiian firm

WASHINGTON, May 12, 2020 – As part of its efforts to enforce the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA) and ensure...

5 years ago 2 minute read

Calavo Growers hires CFO

SANTA PAULA, CA, May 11, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Calavo Growers, Inc. BB #:113203, a global avocado-industry leader and provider...

5 years ago 3 minute read

Care In Crisis: Claims Activity Table

In “Care in Crisis” video No.3, Greg Johnson, Blue Book’s Director of Media Development, and Jeff Lair, Marketing Director, discuss...

5 years ago 1 minute read

USDA to Host Webinar for Producers Interested in Applying for Direct Payments through the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) and Farm Service Agency (FSA) will host a webinar on...

5 years ago 2 minute read

UNFI recalls organic basil after cyclospora sampling

United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) BB #:158953 is initiating a voluntary recall of a limited quantity of Wild Harvest® Organic...

5 years ago 2 minute read

Good Company: The Journey

When it comes to opportunity in the produce industry, many women had to fight for jobs generally reserved for men....

5 years ago 4 minute read

USDA files PACA action against California company

WASHINGTON, May 8, 2020 – As part of its efforts to enforce the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA) and ensure...

5 years ago 2 minute read

Markon crops report: Potatoes and Onions in turmoil

Potatoes and onions are diverse crops grown in many areas of the country, and even with stronger retail demand, growers...

5 years ago 3 minute read

Trucco introduces eco-friendly kiwifruit packaging

As part of A. J. Trucco Inc.’s BB #:103951 continuing commitment to sustainability, Trucco is introducing brand new eco-friendly 2-pound...

5 years ago 2 minute read

Mexican table grape harvest kicks off, 19.7 million boxes expected

PRESS RELEASE: The Mexican Table Grapes Growers Association is pleased to announce that their harvest season has begun, and GRAPES...

5 years ago 1 minute read

Sweet onions find low prices

Sweet onion supplies appear normal and healthy, but unfortunately, the market is anything but. They are another crop planted for...

5 years ago 3 minute read

TQL launches 12th annual Military Appreciation Month campaign

PRESS RELEASE: CINCINNATI, Ohio, May 11, 2020 – Total Quality Logistics BB #:203922, the second largest freight brokerage firm in...

5 years ago 3 minute read

Dulcinea adds Kiss melons to lineup

5 years ago 1 minute read

FPFC cancels July expo

The Anaheim, CA-based Fresh Produce & Floral Council canceled its July 13-14 expo planned for the Disneyland Hotel. In a...

5 years ago 1 minute read

LGMA hires compliance officer for food safety programs

Sacramento, CA, May 11, 2020 -The California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement (LGMA) BB #:210653 announced today the appointment of Willette...

5 years ago 3 minute read

United Fresh letter requests accountability for USDA Farmers to Families Food Box contracts

Tom Stenzel, president and CEO of the United Fresh Produce Association BB #:145458, issued the following letter to Bruce Summers,...

5 years ago 6 minute read

Good Company: A panorama of women in the industry

In the world of business, the value of women is now an accepted fact. They excel alongside men in nearly...

5 years ago 2 minute read

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