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Driscoll’s names new President of the Americas

Zespri CEO Dan Mathieson is leaving the produce marketer to become Driscoll’s new President of the Americas. Mathieson has been at Zespri for 21 ... continue reading »


UC Davis program to explore trends, best practices in bottling

The University of California, Davis Department of Viticulture & Enology is presenting a Bottling & Packaging program on Feb. 15. The event,... continue reading »


IFPA Foundation for Fresh Produce names 2024 board

The International Fresh Produce Association’s Foundation for Fresh Produce has named its 2024 board members, including chair Alex DiNovo of DNO Prod... continue reading »


California produce supplier adds 2 veterans to company

Corona, California-based fresh produce supplier Veg-Fresh Farms has added two industry veterans to the company. Ramon Angel has more than a decade ... continue reading »


IFPA names first-ever vice president of sustainability

The International Fresh Produce Association has promoted its director of sustainability to the organization’s first-ever vice president of sustainab... continue reading »


Calavo exploring sale of Fresh Cut Business for $100 million

Calavo Growers is exploring the sale of its Fresh Cut Business to focus on its core avocado and guacamole offerings. The potential sale, to F&S... continue reading »


More than $112M now available to Florida producers affected by Hurricane Idalia

Florida has launched two agricultural disaster recovery programs with more than $112 million in funding for farmers, ranchers and growers affected by ... continue reading »


Dandy Celery sweepstakes offering $1,000 gift card as grand prize

Celery lovers have a chance to add a sweet treat to their plates until Feb. 9. Dandy Celery, produced and marketed by Duda Farm Fresh Foods, is offeri... continue reading »


EFI expanding certification offerings to allow customized auditing

Equitable Food Initiative, a nonprofit organization that partners with growers, farmworkers, retailers and consumer groups to increase food supply cha... continue reading »


New alliance to address pending food packaging regulations

Industry organizations from around the world have formed a new alliance aimed at achieving sustainability in food packaging without compromising on fo... continue reading »