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USDA invests $46MM in fruit and vegetable access programs

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2024 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced today an investment of more than $46 million...

6 months ago 4 minute read

Westfalia Fruit appoints group CEO

October 21, 2024 — The Board of Hans Merensky Holdings (HMH) and Westfalia Fruit Group (Westfalia) BB #:300553 announced today...

6 months ago 2 minute read

DAT: September rates returning to normal freight cycle

BEAVERTON, Ore., Oct. 16, 2024 — Truckload freight volumes and rates in September signaled that the usual cyclical demand for truckload...

6 months ago 4 minute read

Molly Pop launches grape-based cold pressed juice line for IFPA Global Show

October 14, 2024 – Atlanta, GA – Molly Pop BB #:371532, known for its hyper-flavorful grapes and citrus, is proud...

6 months ago 4 minute read

IFPA names Produce Industry Leadership Program Class 29

October 17, 2024 Washington D.C. – International Fresh Produce Association BB #:378962 has announced the incoming Class 29 of their...

6 months ago 3 minute read

DeltaTrak unveils UBQ Network platform

Pleasanton, Calif. (Oct 18, 2024) — DeltaTrak BB #:162707, a leader in digital cold chain integrity, announces the launch of...

6 months ago 5 minute read

FiveStar Gourmet Foods opens new HQ, production facility

Rancho Cucamonga, California – October 11, 2024 – FiveStar Gourmet Foods BB #:287188, home of the Simply Fresh brand, the...

6 months ago 2 minute read

NatureSweet celebrates Día de Muertos with holiday-themed packaging

SAN ANTONIO, TX, October 16, 2024 — NatureSweet BB #:152351, North America’s largest vertically integrated controlled-environment agricultural company and the...

6 months ago 2 minute read

GrubMarket CEO recognized among the most exceptional entrepreneurs

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — GrubMarket BB #:301166, the AI-powered technology enabler and digital transformer of the American...

6 months ago 4 minute read

IFPA leads group’s legal challenge to Department of Labor H-2A rule

Co-Plaintiffs include the American Farm Bureau Federation, AmericanHort, Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association, Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation, North American Blueberry...

6 months ago 7 minute read

California heat wave leaves quality problems behind

Markon Cooperative BB #:123315 released this crop report October 15, 2024: Temperatures along major West Coast and Southwestern growing regions...

6 months ago 2 minute read

2024 IFPA State of the Industry address: Fresh is worth fighting for

In her annual State of the Industry address, IFPA CEO Cathy Burns said the time is now to “fight for...

6 months ago 9 minute read

IFPA granted observer status to United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change

October 17, 2024 Atlanta, GA – During the State of the Industry keynote session today at the International Fresh Produce...

6 months ago 4 minute read

HarvestHold Fresh approved for commercial use in California

CENTENNIAL, Colo., Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Verdant Technologies BB #:377032, a trailblazer in agricultural technology and crop protection, today...

6 months ago 2 minute read