Sustainability
Processors seek ‘greener’ produce packaging
Consumer demand for healthy food will drive growth in the produce packaging market from $33.6 billion in 2021 to $42.7 billion in 2027, at a 4.1% comp... continue reading »
BioSafe Systems’ owner Rob Larose passes away
Today, BioSafe Systems sadly announced the loss of their fearless leader, Rob Larose. He was a visionary businessman and BioSafe Systems’ employees,... continue reading »
Data analysis software tool hits fresh produce market
Highland Ag MarketWatch is a data analysis software delivering visibility into current market trends for marketers to make impactful, data-driven deci... continue reading »
Sustainable band packaging for apples coming soon
Stemilt will launch its EZ Band sustainable 4-pack package for Rave and SweeTango apples this fall to offer consumers a recyclable packaging option an... continue reading »
AppHarvest gets $50 million in USDA funding for high-tech indoor farm
AppHarvest Inc. has secured $50 million across two loans guaranteed by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The sustainable food com... continue reading »
Nabaco’s Brenton Field promoted to VP of Operations
Nabaco Inc. has promoted Brenton Field to vice president of Operations. Field has vast experience in both the produce industry and the United States A... continue reading »
Supporting the future
Lipman Family Farms includes sustainability throughout its North American production. The Immokalee, Florida, farm has expanded from growing tomatoes ... continue reading »
New wine brand Juliet launches in recycled material packaging
Juliet has launched its brand of luxury boxed wines, which come in a cylindrical container called Eco-Magnum. Debuting with a 2021 Sauvignon Blanc ... continue reading »
Aptean acquires Produce Pro in data services merger
Aptean has acquired Produce Pro Software, a provider of enterprise technology solutions built to support the specific needs of the fresh produce and ... continue reading »
Plant-based coating that prevents pathogens, spoilage in food developed by Rutgers
Aiming to produce environmentally friendly alternatives to plastic food wrap and containers, a Rutgers scientist has developed a biodegradable, plan... continue reading »
