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Deputy secretary works to bring more suppliers to USDA programs

MONTEREY, CA — This year’s Foodservice Conference, held by the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) BB #:378962, hosted more than...

9 months ago 3 minute read

Bako Sweet offers summer sweet potato retail promotions

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (August 1, 2024) – Bako Sweet BB #:207680 is thrilled to announce a range of exciting summer opportunities...

9 months ago 3 minute read

Buca di Beppo voluntarily initiates Chapter 11 proceedings

DALLAS, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Buca di Beppo, the renowned family-style Italian dining brand, today announced that it has...

9 months ago 3 minute read

Fresh Del Monte Produce 2024 Q2 report shows growth in fresh and value-added

Strong Margin Improvement in the Fresh and Value-Added Products Segment Compared with the Prior-Year Period, Highlights Strategic Focus August 01,...

9 months ago 9 minute read

Blazer Wilkinson Gee expands into citrus, cherries, and grapes

Salinas, CA. August 5, 2024 – Blazer Wilkinson Gee (BWG) BB #:155056, a leading year-round grower and shipper of Foxy...

9 months ago 3 minute read

Blue Book welcomes newest Trading, Transportation Members

Nine companies, from Arizona to Ontario, have joined the ranks of Blue Book Trading and Transportation Members. Trading Membership and...

9 months ago 1 minute read

Peruvian exports to U.S. to exceed $100B in 15 years of trade agreement

After 15 years of the Peru-United States Trade Promotion Agreement, North America placed as the second most important commercial partner...

9 months ago 2 minute read

USDA restricts five PACA violators in FL, NJ, and TX

WASHINGTON, Aug. 1, 2024 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on five produce businesses for failing...

10 months ago 3 minute read

IFPA releases speaker lineup for Global Produce and Floral Show

August 1, 2024 Washington, D.C. – A powerful lineup of keynote speakers at International Fresh Produce Association’s BB #:378962 2024...

10 months ago 4 minute read

The Produce Reporter Week in Review – August 2, 2024

Kroger’s got a new label, Field & Vine, exclusively for USA-grown produce. Will it expand beyond berries? Casey’s has acquired...

10 months ago 1 minute read

FTC to investigate high grocery prices

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission plans to investigate why grocery prices remain high, even as the pace of inflation has...

10 months ago 2 minute read

ZAG warns ag businesses of latest email phishing schemes

San Jose, Calif. (August 1, 2024) – ZAG Technical Services BB #:365534 is alerting agriculture businesses to a rise in...

10 months ago 4 minute read

Sensei Farms debuts new sustainable packaging across leafy Greens and salad mixes

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Aug. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ – Sensei Farms is introducing new packaging across its line of leafy greens and salad mixes,...

10 months ago 3 minute read

Canadian produce industry remembers Donald Rhyno

Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) BB #:153602 business community is saddened by the passing of Donald H. Rhyno, a legendary...

10 months ago 6 minute read

Alsum Farms begins Wisconsin red and yellow potato harvest

Friesland, WI, July 31, 2024 — Wisconsin red and yellow potato harvest is underway at Alsum Farms BB #:105137 in...

10 months ago 4 minute read

California Giant appoints new VP of sales

Watsonville, CA (Aug. 1, 2024) — California Giant Berry Farms BB #:121061 is pleased to announce the appointment of Tim...

10 months ago 3 minute read

Bengard Ranch names new president

SALINAS, CA, July 31, 2024: Bengard Ranch BB #:114792, one of the premier vegetable grower/shippers, is pleased to announce Ken...

10 months ago 3 minute read

Restaurant365 survey shows operators focused on technology, training, and marketing to overcome food and labor headwinds

IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Restaurant365, the leading all-in-one restaurant enterprise management platform, today released findings from its...

10 months ago 4 minute read

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