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National Ag Day aims to raise awareness of industry impact
March 24 is National Ag Day, an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the abundance provided by American agriculture. Learn more.
Fresh Del Monte acquisition unites brand under single owner
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. has acquired select assets of California-based Del Monte Foods Corp. II Inc. and its affiliates for approximately $285 million.
New compact sleeve wrapper to debut at May trade show
Packaging solutions company Hugo Beck will debut its compact sleeve wrapper at interpack 2026. The paper S provdes an alternative to plastic shrink film and excessive cardboard.
MSU Extension offers grower guidance for turbulent markets
With planting season approaching and some growers securing key inputs such as fertilizer, pesticides and seed, Michigan State University Extension is offering guidance to navigating volatile markets.
International trade tensions putting squeeze on California tree nuts
California’s valuable agriculture sector is feeling the effects of the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, with key export markets disrupted and fuel prices increasing during peak tree nut shipping season.
Seasoned public policy professional named AFFI chief of government affairs
The American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) has named an experienced public policy professional as its chief of government affairs. Learn who.
Summit to connect agribusiness investors, innovators
A summit next month will bring together agribusiness leaders and innovators to explore trends shaping agricultural investment. Learn more.
Value-added salad brand adds 4 new chopped kit flavors
Value-added salad brand Fresh Express has expanded its chopped salad kit line to include four new flavors inspired by global flavors. Learn more.
Food tech company partnering with snack makers to launch fruit chips
Food technology company BranchOut Food has partnered with Zesty Snackz to launch a line of single-ingredient fruit chips. Learn more.
Nearly $27M in federal funds to fuel sales, distribution operations
More than $26.8 million in federal grants is aimed at expanding local and regional food markets and strengthening direct-to-consumer sales channels. Learn more.
Smart label changes color to help monitor temperature
Vitsab International AB’s Freshtag system features a color-changing smart label to monitor perishable foods at every stage of distribution. Learn where to check it out.
Estimates forecast drop in California tomato processing production
California contracted tomato processing acres are set to decline for the third straight year, according to a recent USDA report. Learn why.
Deadline to report acreage for bridge payments this week
The deadline to report 2025 acreage for USDA bridge payments to producers of specialty crops and sugar is March 13. Learn more.
Specialty crop focus intensifies as House committee approves farm bill
Specialty crop growers applaud legislation spotlighting industry as House ag committee prepares for farm bill markup