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Spreading the Joy of Fresh in-person, and beyond

AUSTIN, TX—When you start seeing people with flowers, you know you’re getting close to the Global Street Farm. Flower crowns,...

3 years ago 3 minute read

Inflation having outsized role in retail produce department

The U.S. consumer price index increased +7.9% for the 12 months ending February 2022. This was the largest 12-month increase...

3 years ago 10 minute read

IFPA supports increase in WIC produce benefits in appropriations bill

March 9, 2022 — Newark, DE. and Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Patrick Leahy (D-VT) released text...

3 years ago 3 minute read

IFPA engages FDA on proposed ag water changes in Produce Safety Rule 

Newark, DE. and Washington, D.C. – Support for regulations with flexibility that allow fruit and vegetable growers to manage risks...

3 years ago 7 minute read

IFPA launches accelerator program to boost technology in fresh industry

March 1, 2022 Newark, DE. and Washington, D.C. – International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) BB #:378962 has launched the Fresh...

3 years ago 4 minute read

IFPA helps form new immigration coalition

March 2, 2022 Newark, DE. and Washington, D.C. – As part of its strategic commitment to government advocacy and leadership,...

3 years ago 4 minute read

Fresh produce remains strong at retail despite inflation

American consumers are increasingly concerned about grocery – and especially fresh produce – inflation but so far haven’t significantly changed...

3 years ago 3 minute read

IFPA’s leadership transitions to one CEO

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 Newark, De. and Washington D.C. – Cathy Burns, currently Co-CEO of the new International Fresh Produce Association BB...

3 years ago 4 minute read

IFPA gives Mexico avocado update

Statement by International Fresh Produce Association BB #:378962: Mexico Avocado Update IFPA has shared the following update from Robert Guenther,...

3 years ago 1 minute read

USDA, Mexican officials working to reopen avocado exports

USDA and Mexican agriculture officials have been working together in Washington, D.C., and Mexico to lift the suspension of Mexican...

3 years ago 2 minute read

IFPA grows membership in produce and floral community

Newark, DE and Washington, D.C. – International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) BB #:378962 officially opened its doors on January 1,...

3 years ago 5 minute read

IFPA presents recommendations to USDA Industry Advisory Committee

Newark, DE. and Washington, D.C. – On Wednesday, February 2, 2022, senior leadership from the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA)...

3 years ago 5 minute read

New study includes IFPA perspectives on child nutrition

Newark, DE. and Washington, D.C. – The Bipartisan Policy Center recently released a new study from its Food and Nutrition...

3 years ago 3 minute read

IFPA commends USDA $1B investment in climate pilot projects

Newark De. and Washington D.C. – International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) BB #:378962 applauds the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA)...

3 years ago 3 minute read

IFPA announces Class Three of Produce Safety Immersion Program

Washington, DC. – International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) BB #:378962 is pleased to announce the Class Three Fellows of the...

3 years ago 4 minute read

IFPA leaders meet with Canadian agriculture minister on trade issues

Newark, De. and Washington D.C. – On Thursday, January 27, International Fresh Produce Association BB #:378962 Co-CEOs Cathy Burns and...

3 years ago 3 minute read

DHS to require COVID-19 vaccination for non-U.S. travelers entering U.S. ports of entry

International Fresh Produce Association BB #:378962 Member Alert January 21, 2022 — Last night during a call with U.S. Department...

3 years ago 4 minute read

5 Themes at CES… and the arrival of Food Tech

CES has been around for 54 years and has historically been the place tech giants make big product announcements. In...

3 years ago 7 minute read
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