Welcome to Blue Book!
Are you ready to join the thousands of companies who rely on Blue Book to drive smarter decisions? View our plans and get started today!
Still have questions? We’d love to show you what Blue Book can do for you. Drop us a line– we’ve been waiting for you.
usda
USDA expands SNAP online shopping, adds retailers
Washington, Sept. 20, 2022 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture, in partnership with states, territories and retailers across the country,...
USDA files PACA action against Puerto Rico firm
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16, 2022 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has filed an administrative complaint against Island Fresh De...
USDA files PACA action against Florida company
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16, 2022 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has filed an administrative complaint against Burbano Corporation, doing...
USDA restricts five PACA violators in four states
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16, 2022 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on five produce businesses for failing...
Major shifts coming in GMO crops
The world of genetically modified (GMO) crops is starting to see some major shifts. Not necessarily technically, but politically and...
USDA invests nearly $2B in American agriculture to feed children, families
WASHINGTON, September 14, 2022 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced today that it will provide close to $2 billion...
USDA estimates 19% larger CA navel crop for 2022-23
Released September 12, 2022, by the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), Agricultural Statistics Board, USDA: California Navel orange production for...
Pandemic didn’t lead to farm labor shortage
As the coronavirus begins to move into the past, the nation is still evaluating its impact. There was great concern...
USDA makes $400MM in funding available to create regional food business centers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 7, 2022 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today the availability of approximately $400 million to provide essential...
More than 40 states to issue $12.5B in USDA’s child food benefits for summer
Washington, D.C., August 31, 2022 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has partnered with 42 states and territories across...
NJ distributor awarded $239MM government supply contract
U.S. Department of Defense, Defense Logistics Agency: Frank Gargiulo & Son Inc. BB #:132478, Hillside, New Jersey, has been awarded...
USDA awards $72.9MM in grants to U.S. specialty crops industry
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25, 2022 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today announced it has awarded...
USDA cites Florida repacker for PACA violations
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23, 2022 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on Farm Fresh Packers LLC BB...
USDA to invest up to $300MM in new Organic Transition Initiative
WASHINGTON, Aug. 22, 2022 — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced details of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) $300 million...
USDA updates performance measures for AMS grant programs
August 16, 2022 — The U.S Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has published updated performance measures for...
USDA cites New York receiver for PACA Violations
WASHINGTON, August 15, 2022 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on Ayar Produce NY, Inc. (Ayar...
USDA cites Minnesota distributor for PACA Violations
WASHINGTON, August 15, 2022 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on J & J Distributing Company...
USDA cites Florida importer-exporter for PACA Violations
WASHINGTON, August 15, 2022 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on R & S Export &...
Editor’s Choice
Most popular 
News you need.
Join Blue Book today!
Get access to all the news and analysis you need to make the right decision --- delivered to your inbox.
Recommended videos
See all that Blue Book has to offer
Don't just take our word for it; our customers say it best!
Hear from produce, transportation and supply companies throughout the produce industry who rely on Blue Book to scale their business, increase their ROI and find new partners.
Proven solutions trusted by thousands of customers
Get a demo and see how Blue Book can help you build, collaborate and grow your business.
Subscribe to our newsletter
© 2025 Blue Book Services. All Rights Reserved
