Category: Marketing
UF International Flavor Summit scheduled
International Flavor Summit flavor science UF/IFAS
Weather disrupts California processing tomato harvest
As California growers harvest this season’s processing tomato crop, there is concern that canneries could struggle to keep up with a backlog of fruit deliveries.
GL EXPO: ‘Fancy Lady Cowgirl’ and the digital market space
To maintain a thriving business, growers and farm marketers have a number of resources available to them: social media, trade shows, trade publications and — especially — fellow growers.
High tunnel boost: Improve production
High tunnels are popular season extension tools for vegetable crops across the U.S. While most northern high tunnels use inflated double-layer plastic cover, application in the Southeast is questionable due to the mild spring climate.
CDFA seeks members for shipping point program
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is seeking candidates for vacancies on the Shipping Point Inspection Advisory Committee.
As season ends, South Texas Onion Committee reports successful marketing year
TX1015 sweet onions South Texas Onion Committee STOC promotions
Report: agritourism market booming
FMI agritourism Future Market Insights agrotourism agro-tourism
IFPA show lineup draws on tech, business, sports worlds
The International Fresh Produce Association Global Produce & Floral Show keynote lineup includes speakers chosen to inspire attendees.
Ag-Mart Produce ceases Florida tomato production
Florida tomato grower Ag-Mart Produce is closing operations, citing below-market pricing on imported tomatoes.
SCFBA applauds bipartisan legislation on farm bill priorities
Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance SCFBA 2023 Farm Bill legislation Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
Vidalia Onion Committee pairs with Certified Angus Beef
The Vidalia Onion Committee (VOC) is partnering with Certified Angus Beef for a social media content series aimed at helping at-home chefs level-up their grilling.
First direct-to-retail supply chain program started by ProducePay
ProducePay direct-to-retail supply chain program table grapes Four Star Fruit
Misionero celebrates 50th anniversary
Leafy greens grower Misionero, which markets organic and conventionally grown produce, is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
Potato stats yearbook released
National Potato Council 2023 Annual Potato Yearbook NPC
Braga Fresh introduces organic salad blends, kits
Braga Fresh is launching two vegan salad kits and three salad blends under its Josie’s Organics brand at the Organic Produce Summit.
Michigan asparagus group counts 2023 season successes
As the Michigan asparagus season ends, retail promotions, a new website, social promotions and a giveaway collaboration mark key highlights of the 2023 season, according to the Michigan Asparagus Advisory Board (MAAB).
Syngenta Vegetable Seeds acquires Brazilian seed company
Syngenta Vegetable Seeds has completed the acquisition of Feltrin Sementes, a leading Brazilian vegetable seed company serving smallholder growers and home gardeners in more than 40 countries.
FDA restructuring includes food safety regulatory arm
The Food and Drug Administration’s ongoing reorganization of its Human Food Program now includes a restructuring of the Office of Regulatory Affairs which could include a new name.