The Produce Reporter Week in Review – August 14, 2020

With PMA giving the industry a preview of the virtual Fresh Summit 2020 this week, Pamela and Greg give their early impressions. In addition to the NHL playoffs,...

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August 14, 2020

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With PMA giving the industry a preview of the virtual Fresh Summit 2020 this week, Pamela and Greg give their early impressions.

In addition to the NHL playoffs, they also discuss USDA’s opportunities for the food box program and the ongoing onion recall.

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FDA provides more details in the red onion outbreak investigation

PMA previews virtual Fresh Summit 2020

USDA shows optimism for food box future

Food box program needs a produce advisor

USDA food box program revised to allow produce-only boxes

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