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Understanding Gen Z
In 2020, it’s easy to understand what makes a generation: a major shift, whether it be war, cataclysm, or technical...
ProduceIQ: Prices level off, asparagus gains offset iceberg’s drop
Week 40 prices have only reached the high of $0.85/pound once before in the last 15 years. Historically, prices decline...
Peruvian mandarin exports increase in volume and value
The 2020 Peruvian mandarin season is coming to an end with positive results. Estimates indicate that, up until September 15,...
Chuck’s Transport expands services with new headquarters
SHERTZ, TX—Chuck’s Transport Inc. BB #:152079 has a lot to celebrate in its 26th year in business. The company, founded...
USDA restricts PACA violators in CA, FL and TX
WASHINGTON, Oct. 5, 2020 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on four produce businesses for failing...
Walmart supplier expands fresh-cut fruit recall
Company Announcement: Country Fresh BB #:280778 is extending their voluntary recall issued on October 2, 2020 to include various containers...
USDA files $19 Million PACA action against Oregon company
WASHINGTON, Oct. 5, 2020 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has filed an administrative complaint against North Pacific Canners...
The Produce Reporter Week in Review – October 2, 2020
Pamela and Greg discuss crowded aisles in grocery stores, blueberry trends and the future of virtual trade shows. Related Stories:
USTR requests the ITC start safeguard investigation for U.S. blueberries
09/29/2020 Washington, DC – United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer today issued a request to the International Trade Commission (ITC)...
Mission Produce shares rise on first day of Nasdaq trading
Shares of Oxnard, CA-based Mission Produce Inc. BB #:118126 began trading on the Nasdaq Global Select Market Oct. 1. Trading...
Study shows blueberries’ economic impact
Blueberries are big business in the U.S., and a recent economic impact study showed just how important they are. “Blueberries...
Walmart agrees to sell majority stake in Asda
LEEDS, UK, and BENTONVILLE, Ark., October 2, 2020 – Walmart Inc. BB #:143789, Asda Group Limited (“Asda”), the Issa brothers and...
CFIA to require romaine from parts of California be tested for E. coli
NEWS RELEASE October 2, 2020 – Ottawa, Ontario – Thanks in part to imported products, Canadians can enjoy fresh produce...
CPMA requests delay of new CFIA romaine protocol
The Canadian Produce Marketing Association BB #:153602 sent the following letter to Canadian Minister of Health Patty Hajdu on September 30,...
D’Arrigo CA celebrates 21 year partnership with Breast Cancer Research Foundation
Salinas, CA: As of 1999, D’Arrigo California BB #:114843 has donated over $2 million to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation...
CGT Award renamed for late industry legend Freida Rapoport Caplan
Newark, Del. – Center for Growing Talent has announced that the Women’s Catalyst Award given to recognize an individual who...
Viva Fresh 2021 moves forward as hybrid in-person, virtual event
PRESS RELEASE: Mission, Texas; October 2, 2020: The Texas International Produce Association is pleased to announce that the 2021 Viva...
FFVA names new board chairman
MAITLAND, FL – The Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association BB #:153753 has named Aaron Troyer, president of Troyer Brothers in...
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