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Dole’s Bobby Banana honored with exhibit at National Mascot Hall of Fame 

WHITING, Ind.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Every banana has its day in the sun. The National Mascot Hall of Fame, the country’s only online and...

10 months ago 4 minute read

Wholly Avocado celebrates National Avocado Day with burger promo

ORANGE, Calif., July 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — This National Avocado Day, the makers of the WHOLLY® AVOCADO brand, which is known for its delicious hand-scooped...

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Peru remains top blueberry exporter despite drop in 2023

In 2022, global blueberry production reached 1.875 million tons, with China being the main producer with 525,000 tons, contributing 28...

10 months ago 3 minute read

Videos address apple sustainability, summer orchard updates

Yakima, WA – July 26, 2024  In today’s double feature video release, Superfresh Growers® BB #:113721 invites viewers to explore...

10 months ago 2 minute read

IFPA recaps record-breaking 2024 Foodservice Conference

July 26, 2024 Monterey, CA – International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) BB #:378962 brought together one of the most diverse...

10 months ago 4 minute read

Natural Delights promotes vice president of sales and marketing

YUMA, Ariz. (July 26, 2023) – Natural Delights® BB #:163391is proud to announce the promotion of David Baxter to Vice...

10 months ago 3 minute read

The Produce Reporter Week in Review – July 26, 2024

Greg calls in from The Foodservice Conference in Monterey, but we’re still talking As the Kroger Turns here at The...

10 months ago 1 minute read

Get ’em while you can — Northwest cherries prepare to wrap ‘revitalizing’ season

YAKIMA, Wash., July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The short and sweet season of fresh Northwest-grown sweet cherries is coming to an end,...

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Mission Produce features mango, avocado dishes at The Foodservice Conference

Oxnard, Calif. – July 22, 2024 – Mission Produce, Inc. BB #:118126 a world leader in sourcing, producing, and distributing...

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‘Hyperlocal’ vertical farm announces expansion plans

Abu Dhabi, July 25, 2024 — iFarm, a technology company enabling IT-driven farming in controlled environments, announced the start of...

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Aldi recalls jalapenos, green peppers, and green beans due to a potential Listeria contamination

Batavia, Ill. (July 22, 2024) – In cooperation with Wiers Farm, Inc. and R.S. Hanline Co Inc. and out of...

10 months ago 2 minute read

Forza Logistics Group expands team with industry veterans

Carmel, IN, July 25, 2024 – Forza Logistics Group BB #:398027, a leader in innovative third-party logistics, is proud to...

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Lineage Foundation for Good pledges $8.8MM in food donations, grants to fight food insecurity

NOVI, Mich.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Lineage Foundation for Good (the “Foundation”), the independent philanthropic arm of Lineage, Inc., the world’s largest global temperature-controlled warehousing REIT,...

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Sun World holds media day, updates upcoming variety growth plans

WASCO, Calif. (July 25, 2024) — Sun World International BB #:341274 hosted an Early Season Table Grape Field Day at...

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Frontier Produce joins FreshEdge

July 24, 2024 INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Frontier Produce BB #:161020, a produce distribution company based out of Oklahoma, joined FreshEdge,...

10 months ago 4 minute read

Stemilt highlights retail strategies ahead of small pear season

July 23, 2024 WENATCHEE, Wash. – The 2024 pear crop is projected to be the smallest in 40 years, as...

10 months ago 4 minute read

Ohio firm expands recall beyond cucumbers due to Listeria concerns

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Willard, OH (July 22, 2024) – Out of an abundance of caution, Wiers Farm Inc. of Willard,...

10 months ago 4 minute read

TIPA celebrates as USDA proposes revisions to import inspection fee structure for fresh produce

July 22, 2024 Mission, Texas: The Texas International Produce Association (TIPA) BB #:162361 is pleased to announce a significant victory...

10 months ago 4 minute read

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