Cold Chain/Logistics

Seed Breeing for Fresh-cut

Sakata Picks for the Fresh-cut Market
Olympic Gold: Olympic Gold is a medium-late maturing main season cantaloupe variety characterized by a... continue reading »

Good Practices Help Keep Companies, Consumers Protected

When it comes to food safety, it’s all about protection. Not just about protection of consumers, but protection of a company – of a brand. O... continue reading »

New Jersey Farm Delves into Microwavable Asparagus

As U.S. asparagus consumption rises, producers are looking for ways to take the mystery out of cooking the vegetable.

A new micro... continue reading »

Expert Talks about Tapping the Asian Market

As you look for market niches for your fresh-cut fruits and vegetables, check out the rapidly growing U.S. Asian population, particularly if your plan... continue reading »

Showcase: Food Safety Products and Services

ClearWater Tech

ClearWater Tech knows there’s more to ozone than grams per hour. The company has fine-tuned its ozone genera... continue reading »

North Carolina Fresh-Cut Processor Looks for More Than Holiday Sales

George Wooten, president of Wayne E. Bailey Produce Company, had the idea for fresh-cut sweet potatoes more than 10 years ago, but it wasn’t unti... continue reading »

FDA Commissioner to Speak at Produce Safety Summit

FDA Chief Andrew von Eschenbach will keynote the opening session at the new Produce Safety Summit in Palm Springs, Calif. The summit will take place A... continue reading »

FDA Releases Fresh-Cut Safety Guidance

FDA released a draft of the final Guide to Minimize Microbial Food Safety Hazards of Fresh-cut Fruits and Vegetables March 12. Although outbreaks asso... continue reading »

IFPA, United Members Approve Merger

Members of the United Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Association (United) and the International Fresh-cut Produce Association (IFPA) have voted in support of... continue reading »

Industry Groups Release Lettuce Safety Guidance Document

The International Fresh-cut Produce Association (IFPA), Produce Marketing Association (PMA), United Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Association (United) and W... continue reading »