Welcome to Blue Book!
Are you ready to join the thousands of companies who rely on Blue Book to drive smarter decisions? View our plans and get started today!
Still have questions? We’d love to show you what Blue Book can do for you. Drop us a line– we’ve been waiting for you.
usda
USDA awards more than $70MM in grants for local, Farm to School programs
Washington, D.C., July 25, 2022 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced it is awarding more than $10...
NJ distributor awarded $111MM government supply contract
U.S. Department of Defense, Defense Logistics Agency: Frank Gargiulo & Son, Hillside, NJ, BB #:132478 has been awarded a maximum...
USDA increases funding for school meals, child and adult care meals
WASHINGTON, July 22, 2022 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced an increase in funding to help schools continue...
USDA renews charter for National Organic Standards Board
The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) plays a critical role in advising USDA on the implementation of the Organic Foods...
USDA partners with 27 states and territories to issue child food benefits
Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), in partnership with states and territories across the country, is working...
USDA cites Central Market of FL II Inc. in Florida for PACA violations
WASHINGTON, July 8, 2022 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on Central Market of FL II Inc....
USDA Restricts PACA violators in Florida, Nevada and Texas
WASHINGTON, July 8, 2022 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on five produce businesses for failing to...
USDA introduces new commodities and features available on its market news app
WASHINGTON, June 29, 2022 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced that additional commodities and features are now...
USDA to provide nearly $1B for child nutrition programs
WASHINGTON, June 30, 2022 – The Biden Administration announced today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will provide nearly...
USDA proposed changes to Florida Citrus Marketing Order
Date June 30, 2022 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced proposed amendments to the Florida citrus marketing order....
USDA launches Feds Feed Families 2022 to fight food and nutrition insecurity
WASHINGTON, June 27, 2022 – U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the kickoff of the 13th annual Feds...
USDA proposes modifications to kiwifruit marketing order
June 22, 2022 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced today a proposal to modify the handling regulations prescribed...
IFPA provides WIC recommendations to USDA
Newark, De. & Washington, D.C. – Creating retail partnerships, establishing permanent benefit amounts, allowing for earlier redemption by age, and...
USDA to give $200MM for on-farm food safety expenses
HOLLIS, NEW HAMPSHIRE, JUNE 17, 2022 — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) plans...
USDA partners with Houston port, Northwest Seaport Alliance to ease port congestion
WASHINGTON, June 16, 2022 — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced plans to increase capacity for exporting chilled and frozen agricultural...
USDA amends California Grape Marketing Order
Date June 16, 2022 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is amending the California Grape Marketing Order to reduce...
APHIS asks for feedback
Yes, I know: APHIS stands for USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. But whenever I see the acronym, I...
IFPA gives produce impact of USDA’s Food System Transformation Framework
June 1, 2022 Washington, D.C. and Newark, DE. – International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) BB #:378962 has responded to the...
Editor’s Choice
Most popular 
News you need.
Join Blue Book today!
Get access to all the news and analysis you need to make the right decision --- delivered to your inbox.
Recommended videos
See all that Blue Book has to offer
Don't just take our word for it; our customers say it best!
Hear from produce, transportation and supply companies throughout the produce industry who rely on Blue Book to scale their business, increase their ROI and find new partners.
Proven solutions trusted by thousands of customers
Get a demo and see how Blue Book can help you build, collaborate and grow your business.
Subscribe to our newsletter
© 2025 Blue Book Services. All Rights Reserved
