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DNO welcomes new Director of Communications and Public Affairs
COLUMBUS, OH — DNO Produce (DNO), BB #:134515 a leading wholesale distributor and fresh-cut produce processor, has named Marissa Dake...
USDA restricts PACA violators in MO, PA
WASHINGTON, Nov. 12, 2021 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on two produce businesses for failing...
Southeastern Grocers launches local supplier program
JACKSONVILLE, Fla.- Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG), BB #:193537 parent company and home of Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie...
Shipt introduces ‘Thanksgiving Most Forgotten List’
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Shipt, the multi-retailer, same-day delivery company and holiday shopping accomplice, is announcing today its inaugural Thanksgiving Most...
Duda Farms invests in online product purchasing tool
Consumers Can Now Purchase Dandy Branded Products Directly From Retailers Online Oviedo, Fla. – Duda Farm Fresh Foods, BB #:189666...
Good Foods signs racing legend as brand ambassador
PLEASANT PRAIRIE, Wis. – Good Foods, BB #:326876 a category leader of plant based dips and good-for-you products, announces its...
Salinas Valley protects itself from drought
For something that affects so many Americans (i.e., everyone who eats fruit and vegetables), the California water situation is poorly...
Panamanian banana exports to grow
Panamanian banana exports are expected to end close to 21 million boxes for 2021, representing a 7 percent increase when...
The Produce Reporter Week in Review – November 12, 2021
Pamela and Greg talk driverless trucks at Walmart, discount grocers enticing middle class shoppers, and what to wear for Thanksgiving....
Valle Verde hires Head of Global Fruit Sales
Valle Verde, BB #:376701 the leading exporter of fresh Tahiti limes from Colombia, is excited to announce the hiring of...
PMA recognizes industry leaders with annual Awards of Excellence
November 11, 2021 Newark, DE – During the “Recognizing the Best Part of PMA” Virtual Town Hall held on October...
United Fresh and CPMA release USA/Canada Labeling Guide, Second Edition
WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 12, 2021) – United Fresh Produce Association BB #:145458 and the Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) BB...
Fruit Logistica 2022 to require COVID vaccine for entry
November 12, 2021 — The leading trade fair for the global fresh fruit industry Fruit Logistica will be held as...
AppHarvest sees quality improvement, pauses lettuce expansion
After quality issues and rock bottom tomato prices led to a $32 million net loss in the previous quarter,...
PMA advancing efforts in PLU innovations
Newark, De – Produce Marketing Association (PMA) BB #:153708 has announced a breadth of efforts to advance innovation and industry...
GRAPHIC: U.S. citrus volume drops in 2021
Citrus demand has been rising during the pandemic, as consumers look for fruits and vegetables that have health benefits that...
The ins and outs of inflation
Inflation. We think we know what it is. And we do. Sort of. A 5.4 percent inflation rate means that...
D’Arrigo receives prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award
Salinas, CA: John D’Arrigo, President, CEO and Chairman of the Board for D’Arrigo California BB #:114843 has been honored by...