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Mission Produce releases 2023 sustainability report

Oxnard, Calif. – April 1, 2024 – Mission Produce, Inc. BB #:118126 a world leader in sourcing, producing, and distributing...

1 year ago 3 minute read

Data shows expected softening in restaurant sales may be here

This is the monthly GuestXM restaurant report from Black Box Intelligence: February provided a much clearer picture of the current...

1 year ago 7 minute read

Natural Delights names new CEO

YUMA, AZ (March 28, 2024) — After eight years of dedicated service, Natural Delights BB #:163391 Chief Executive Officer Tim...

1 year ago 2 minute read

ProducePay and Four Star Fruit partner with Mexican growers to supply grapes

LOS ANGELES – March 25, 2024 – ProducePay BB #:299330, the agtech company on a mission to transform the global...

1 year ago 6 minute read

First Quality Produce releases new snack packs

March 27, 2024 — First Quality Produce, headquartered in the heart of Fresno California, is excited to announce the launch...

1 year ago 3 minute read

The Produce Reporter Week in Review – March 29, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission had a lot of influence on this week’s news, from a failed merger to pandemic supply...

1 year ago 1 minute read

Dole plans 10-day party for National Banana Day 2024

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (March 28, 2024) — For many Americans, Christmas is the biggest day of the year. For others, it’s...

1 year ago 6 minute read

Chilean fresh fruit exports reach record figures at the beginning of 2024

Chilean fresh peach and nectarine exports registered record figures in February, with $72 million and an increase of 18.7 percent...

1 year ago 2 minute read

USDA files PACA action against frozen food firm

WASHINGTON, Feb. 16, 2023 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has filed an administrative complaint against Frozen Food Development...

1 year ago 1 minute read

Blue Book Launches Next Generation Offering for Produce Supply Chain

Simplified Memberships, Redesigned Platform, Refreshed Brand Equip Members to Achieve and Exceed Their Business Goals 

1 year ago 3 minute read

AgroFresh acquires Pace International

PHILADELPHIA, March 27, 2024 – As the pioneer and global leader in post-harvest solutions for fresh produce, AgroFresh Solutions, Inc....

1 year ago 4 minute read

Fresh Express acquisition of Dole Fresh Vegetables called off

March 28, 2024 DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Dole plc BB #:124463 today announced that it has agreed with Fresh Express Incorporated BB #:115030...

1 year ago 1 minute read

Melissa’s and Goldenberry partner for Sugar Mango sales

Los Angeles, CA (March 2024) – Melissa’s BB #:111686 and Goldenberry Farms have announced a joint venture, designating Melissa’s as...

1 year ago 3 minute read

Pear Bureau NW offers a sweet alternative to Easter eggs

MILWAUKIE, OREGON – This Easter, Pear Bureau Northwest BB #:162426 is offering retailers a sweet, new way to excite kids...

1 year ago 2 minute read

CMI Orchards poised as Northwest cherry leaders after acquisition

March 27th, 2024 WENATCHEE, WA—CMI Orchards BB #:134183 is poised to make waves this summer, adding significant volume and expanded...

1 year ago 4 minute read

Global Coalition of Fresh Produce launches second survey on production and trading costs and prices

9 March 2024 — The Global Coalition of Fresh Produce today launched its second global survey into the costs of...

1 year ago 3 minute read

USDA cites GoGreen Farms Inc. for PACA violations

WASHINGTON, March 28, 2024 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on GoGreen Farms Inc., Suffolk, Va., for...

1 year ago 2 minute read

USDA files action against Aggrigator Inc. for alleged PACA violations

WASHINGTON, March 28, 2024 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has filed an administrative complaint against Aggrigator Inc., doing business...

1 year ago 1 minute read

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