The Produce Reporter Week in Review – September 15, 2023

Fresh produce is not a focus of the trade dispute between Canada and the U.S., but it looks to be a victim.

Sellers have heard some version of "we need to tell our story" for decades, and it's still frequently repeated today. Here's a better idea.

In the Salinas Valley, heat and humidity are contributing to disease pressure and lower yields as demand for lettuce and leaf is picking up.

Consumer fear and a lack of clarity have been devastating to the lettuce and even overall produce industry. We need closure.

This summer’s Cyclospora outbreak has done lasting damage to the produce industry based on consumer confidence and lower overall sales.

While tomatoes may be in Mother Nature's crosshairs this week, they aren't the only commodity feeling the heat.