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Fast-growing Terra Exports adds news finance director

Terra Exports, a global fresh fruit sourcing company, has hired Laura Paternostro as its new chief financial officer. She will work out of Terra Expor... continue reading »

Study shows blueberries may be helpful to type 2 diabetics

A new research study published in "Current Developments in Nutrition" found that the equivalent of one cup of fresh blueberries, given as 22 grams ... continue reading »

Braga Fresh adds new head of marketing, product development

Produce marketing executive Kori Tuggle joined Braga Fresh in a new position at the company as its vice president of marketing and product development... continue reading »

USDA announces $470 million in Section 32 food purchases

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced May 4 details of $470 million in Section 32 food purchases to occur in the third quarter of fisca... continue reading »

Jones Potato Chip Company cited in PACA complaint

As part of its efforts to enforce the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA) and ensure fair trading practices within the U.S. produce industr... continue reading »

Ag World Golf Classic charitable fundraiser postponed until August

Due to COVID-19, the seventh annual Ag World Golf Classic has been moved to August from June with a goal of keeping everyone safe and healthy. New d... continue reading »

Schedule announced for United Fresh LIVE! virtual trade show

The United Fresh Produce Association has announced its schedule for the virtual United Fresh LIVE! trade show and convention to take place in June. ... continue reading »

US senator urges frozen, canned produce producers be included in stay-open order

Sen. Mike Braun (R-Indiana) is urging the U.S. Department of Agriculture to take steps to protect the supply of frozen and canned fruits and vegetable... continue reading »

Viva Fresh hosting ‘In Bloom’ virtual event May 6

The Texas International Produce Association “In Bloom” Women’s Committee is hosting a virtual experience at 4 p.m. CDT May 6, 2020, to offer st... continue reading »

Excess perishable food distribution platform created by ReposiTrak

ReposiTrak, Inc., as an extension of a project with Department of Defense, has activated its technology platform to address chronic imbalances in the... continue reading »