Spinach, mesclun recalled in New York, Florida after positive salmonella test

Company News — Satur Farms, 3705 Alvah’s Lane, Cutchogue, NY 11935 is voluntarily recalling Baby Spinach and Mesclun with the...

6 years ago 2 minute read

USDA continues restrictions of PACA violator in South Dakota

USDA RELEASE – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on a produce business for failure to pay reparation...

6 years ago 3 minute read

Starbucks reports 2019 first quarter fiscal results

FINANCIAL RELEASE — Starbucks Corporation reported financial results for its 13-week fiscal first quarter ended December 30, 2018. GAAP results in fiscal...

6 years ago 3 minute read

The Year Ahead: Transportation calming?

Kenny Lund, vice president of operations for Allen Lund Company in La Canada, near Los Angeles, believes the transportation landscape...

6 years ago 2 minute read

Merchandising and marketing potatoes remain front and center to success

Kevin Stanger, president of Wada Farms Marketing Group LLC, Idaho Falls, ID, is a big fan of the state’s branding...

6 years ago 1 minute read

The Miami Connection

Miami is southern Florida’s cultural, financial, and economic center and abounds with locally-grown, organic, and imported produce. It has overcome...

6 years ago 2 minute read

Stemilt hosts Chef Ethan Stowell for Pinata Apple inspired event

Company Press Release: Stemilt took a page out of its mission statement by delighting its team members through a special...

6 years ago 4 minute read

Trader Joe’s favorite produce item isn’t bananas anymore

Over the past 10 years, Monrovia, CA-based Trader Joe’s has polled customers on their favorite items to buy in-store. While...

6 years ago 1 minute read

Salmonella find prompts Vietnamese chili recall in Canada

An undisclosed amount of red chili peppers grown in Vietnam are being recalled in Canada due to a possible salmonella...

6 years ago 1 minute read

USApple selects 2019 Young Apple Leaders

PRESS RELEASE–The U.S. Apple Association (USApple) has announced its class of 2019 Young Apple Leaders. Twenty-two accomplished and aspiring young...

6 years ago 4 minute read

Government shutdown frustrates organic industry

The organic food industry made great gains in the 2018 farm bill, but the ongoing government shutdown puts several benefits...

6 years ago 2 minute read

USDA restricts PACA violators in Florida and New York from operating in produce industry

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on three produce businesses for failure to pay reparation awards issued...

6 years ago 3 minute read

The Year Ahead: Transportation costs keep rising

Trucking industry rates have gone up 10 to 20 percent over the last year or so, with rate increases occurring...

6 years ago 1 minute read

New potato varieties have no easy path

The potato category continues to diversify, from the ever-popular Russets and reds to whites, yellows, and darker hues like blue...

6 years ago 1 minute read

CPMA welcomes new Canada Food Guide

PRESS RELEASE — The Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) and Canadian Public Health Association (CPHA) welcome the positive changes announced...

6 years ago 3 minute read

Grocery delivery still needs a human touch

Am I the only one who thinks picking my produce from a driverless car is an absurd – and unnecessary...

6 years ago 2 minute read

New Seasons Market announces new leadership structure

Company Press Release  – January 22, 2019 – New Seasons Market, the world’s first B Corp grocery store, announced today...

6 years ago 2 minute read

The Year Ahead: Addressing convenience

Retailers continue to expand their selections of convenience-driven offerings, from pre-cut and value-added produce packs to grab-and-go salads and entrees...

6 years ago 2 minute read

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