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USDA files PACA action against Lakeside Produce

WASHINGTON, July 23, 2024 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has filed an administrative complaint against Lakeside Produce Inc....

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USDA files PACA action against Florida firm

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20, 2023 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture has filed an administrative complaint against Cantero Produce Corp. (Cantero)...

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USDA cites California citrus company for PACA Violations

WASHINGTON, July 19, 2024 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on California Fresh Citrus Company, Porterville,...

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USDA restricts PACA violators in three states July 19, 2024

WASHINGTON, July 19, 2024 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on three produce businesses for failing...

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USDA lifts PACA sanctions on Texas produce business

WASHINGTON, July 19, 2024 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that New Start Produce Group LLC BB #:361486...

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Taylor Farms to highlight convenience at IFPA Foodservice Conference

SALINAS, Calif., July 19, 2024 — Taylor Farms BB #:193361, North America’s leading producer of ready-to-eat salads and healthy fresh...

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The Foundation for Fresh Produce back-to-school campaign aims boost produce consumption

July 22, 2024 Washington, DC – Research from The Foundation for Fresh Produce BB #:157162 reveals that toddlers are currently...

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National Mango Board launches new website, scavenger hunt to celebrate National Mango Day

ORLANDO, Fla., July 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — It’s National Mango Day, and to commemorate this delicious occasion, the National Mango...

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Duda debuts Celery Dippers for foodservice

Oviedo, Fla. (July 22, 2024) – Duda Farm Fresh Foods BB #:189666, a leading grower of fresh celery, radish and corn,...

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Smurfit Westrock makes NYSE debut after merger

JUL 08, 2024 Smurfit Westrock plc, a global leader in sustainable packaging, is pleased to announce its primary listing on...

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GrubMarket releases AI-powered GrubAssist as a mobile app

SAN FRANCISCO, July 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — GrubMarket BB #:301166, the enterprise AI solutions provider for the American food supply chain, today...

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Umlor Orchards joins Applewood Fresh Growers

[Sparta, MI – July, 22 2024] Applewood Fresh Growers BB #:348232, a leading Michigan apple shipper/grower, announced today a new...

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CPMA: Canadian grocers and key suppliers support the Grocery Code of Conduct

July 18, 2024 (Ottawa, Ontario)- The Office of the Grocery Sector Code of Conduct (OGSCC) represented by ten organizations including...

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One Table Restaurant Brands files voluntary Chapter 11

LOS ANGELES (July 17, 2024) – One Table Restaurant Brands (OTRB) announced today that it, along with certain of its...

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The Produce Reporter Week in Review – July 19, 2024

Peaches are back, as is discussion of The Peach Truck. Pamela’s rolling in stone fruit, and Greg says FreshEdge’s newest...

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Oishii expands distribution with berries at East Coast farmers markets

JERSEY CITY, NEW JERSEY – July 17, 2024 – Today, vertical farming leader Oishii announced they are bringing their coveted...

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Peru avocado export volume dropped in May but value grew slightly

In May 2024, Peru’s avocado exports totaled 95,503 tons for $187.2 million, showing a 25 percent drop in volume, but...

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Tomato markets rise as weather strains crops in several regions

Markon Cooperative BB #:123315 released this tomato crop update July 18, 2024: Tomato markets are higher than usual this summer...

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