Cold Chain/Logistics
Buyer group writes to industry associations, calls for food safety pipeline
Eight produce buyers, representing millions of dollars, are encouraging the produce industry to develop new food safety measures for produce.
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Steps Must Be Taken to Ensure All Points Are Properly Monitored
When it comes to cold chain management, there is one thing to keep in mind: It is a chain. There are many links in this chain, and issues can happen t... continue reading »
Zappala Family Builds on Growing Taste for Mild, Sweet Onions
When the Zappalas entered the onion business in 1927, history was on their side. Onions, after all, have been a key part of good eating, worldwide, fo... continue reading »
Top Trends for 2007
Another year, another E. coli scare? I certainly hope not, but would anyone be surprised if we face new food safety outbreaks? While our industry tri... continue reading »
Showcase: Produce Suppliers
Empire Fresh-Cuts
Empire Fresh-Cuts is the newest onion processing operation in New York. The company, located in Oswego, N.Y., o... continue reading »
Retail Sales
I’ve spoken with many processors over the last year, all with a huge variety of products – from apple slices to onions to salad greens to ce... continue reading »
A.M.S. Exotic adds value to specialty produce
After only two years in the retail market, A.M.S. Exotic has seen its fresh-cut Earth Exotics vegetables grow to about 60 percent of its business.
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Showcase: Washing and Drying Equipment
New Continuous Dryer for Delicate Products from Turatti NATuratti NA has developed a highly efficient system for drying leafy product without mechanic... continue reading »
Radio-Frequency Identification Continues to Spread
With traceability becoming a more important aspect of the supply chain, steps to make it easier – and more cost-effective – are being welcom... continue reading »
Fresh Focus: Disaster Plans
Hurricane Katrina. Hurricane Rita. Hurricane Wilma. Just a few months ago, these storms changed the lives of millions of people. Even if you did not w... continue reading »
