Processing and packaging
Protecting the plate: Why sound science must guide nation’s health policy
The recent release of the Trump administration’s “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) Commission report, led by Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert Kennedy, Jr., has generated considerable discussion across U.S. food and agriculture sectors.... more »
Wish Farms making a difference with berries
Wish Farms, based in Plant City, Florida, is an international berry grower, shipper and marketer, with its fourth generation actively engaged in its everyday operations. The multi-generational family business traces its roots to 1922. Founded... more »
Red Sun Farms grows through vertically integrated greenhouse operations
Red Sun Farms has become one of North America's largest producers through vertically integrated greenhouse operations. By controlling every step from seed selection to retail delivery, the company guarantees year-round supply of high-quality tomatoes, peppers... more »
Onion grower G&R Farms promotes seasonal worker to shed manager
A former seasonal worker has been promoted to shed manager at G&R Farms, which grows Vidalia sweet onions and other crops. In the role, Fabian Murillo oversees day-to-day operations of shed production, including onion storage,... more »
Specialty crop competitiveness assistance funds available
Applications are being accepted for a federal program providing $2 billion to help U.S. specialty crop growers remain competitive. Eligible producers must submit applications and other forms for the Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops (MASC)... more »
Profitable July-September retail potato sales recorded
Potato retail sales recently experienced a profitable period in July to September volume sales, according to a report. Organic fresh potatoes also experienced increased sales and movement. U.S. retail sales volume of potatoes climbed 5.4%... more »
California tomato growers lead with sustainable practices in vegetable farming
California stands as America's superpower in fruit and vegetable production. Its ideal climate for vegetable production helps make it the third largest producer of processed tomatoes in the world. Sustainable practices in vegetable farming are... more »
USDA awards $5 million to support sustainable packaging lab for fresh produce
The USDA has awarded $5 million to the International Fresh Produce Association’s (IFPA) Foundation for Fresh Produce and Clemson University to establish a Sustainable Packaging Innovation Lab. The lab will focus on developing new packaging... more »
Illinois Foundation Seeds expands reach, acquires Del Monte’s sweet corn genetics
Illinois Foundation Seeds, Inc. (IFSI) has acquired the sweet corn genetics portfolio from Del Monte Foods, expanding its global services in vegetable processing. The acquisition supports IFSI’s growth strategy, while advancing innovations in sweet corn... more »
Duda Farm Fresh Foods unveils bilingual packaging for Canadian market
Duda Farm Fresh Foods has introduced bilingual packaging for its popular Dandy Celery Dippers, now available in both English and French for the Canadian market. Following a successful U.S. launch last year, Duda expanded the... more »
