Category: General News
Fresha starts Georgia carrot season with year-round supply to Eastern U.S.
- General News
Fresha, a leading supplier of premium carrots, proudly announces the start of its Georgia carrot season, focusing on delivering locally grown, high-quality carrots to the Central and Eastern U.S.
CPMA opens registration for 2025 convention
- General News
Online registration for the 2025 CPMA Annual Convention and Trade Show (CPMA 2025 Fresh Week) which will be held in Montreal, Quebec, is open.
Oppy CEO to be honored with humanitarian award
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Oppy Chairman, CEO and Managing Partner John Anderson will receive the prestigious International Humanitarian Ellis Island Medal of Honor, an award that celebrates the legacy of immigrants and recognizes those who have made significant contributions to society, in May.
Freeze in desert region to affect lettuce quality
- General News
Widespread, moderate-to-heavy lettuce ice is expected throughout this entire week in all Arizona and California desert growing areas
USDA appoints members to Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee
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USDA announced the appointment of 25 industry representatives to serve on the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee (FVIAC). The reappointed and newly appointed members will serve two-year terms beginning immediately and ending in January 2027.
Greenyard USA/Seald Sweet adds to staff
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Greenyard USA/Seald Sweet proudly announces the addition of Rodrigo Lazo to its team as Sourcing and Grower Liaison.
Bako Sweet promotes heart-healthy sweet potatoes for February
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As the year kicks off, Bako Sweet encourages retailers to prepare for February merchandising strategies that highlight heart health and nutrition.
The Produce Reporter Week in Review – January 10, 2025
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Let's talk food trends 2025, dunnhumby's retailer preference index, and what's happening with citrus acreage in Florida.
IFPA expands food safety staff
- General News
The International Fresh Produce Association has announced two recent additions that will complete the Food Safety team at the organization.
Avocado supplies to tighten through January
- General News
Markon Cooperative released this avocado crop update that says the industry will experience a 25-30% avocado shortage through January.