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United Fresh’s FreshStart Conference set for Tucson in January
The FreshStart Conference, the United Fresh Start Foundation’s annual conference, golf tournament and gala dinner bringing the industry together to ... continue reading »
University of Florida researchers seeking to develop tastier tomato
In their quest for a tastier tomato, University of Florida scientists are finding traits they believe will tempt consumers with flavor that triggers t... continue reading »
US, Mexico reach agreement in tomato trade dispute
According to Reuters, Mexican tomato producers have reached a deal with the U.S. government to avoid an anti-dumping investigation, Mexican Economy Mi... continue reading »
Mucci Farms acquires Ontario peppers operation, announces more expansion
Mucci Farms has acquired controlling interest of Leamington, Ontario-based Orangeline Farms, including its existing greenhouse and warehouse faciliti... continue reading »
USDA to purchase canned pears for food assistance programs
The USDA has announced plans to purchase canned pear products for distribution to various food nutrition assistance programs. Purchases will be mad... continue reading »
PMA to offer $100,000 investment challenge for produce, floral startups
SVG Ventures and Produce Marketing Association (PMA) have entered a three-year strategic partnership to connect PMA growers with cutting-edge technolo... continue reading »
BrightFarms names Steve Platt CEO
BrightFarms, known for its locally grown packaged salads, has hired Steve Platt as CEO. The company’s founder, Paul Lightfoot, will continue as comp... continue reading »
Michigan awards $1.8 million to produce processors for advancements
A score of food-processing projects in Michigan will be awarded funds under a competitive grant program. The $1.8 million in grants for the 20 proj... continue reading »
United Fresh adds 12 members to Class 25 produce leadership program
Twelve new members of United Fresh’s Produce Industry Leadership Class 25 will kick off their yearlong program in California this week. Throu... continue reading »
AFC Cable Systems’ electrical conduit designed for splash zones
AFC Cable Systems’ newest Liquid-Tuff Liquid Tight Flexible Conduit is designed specifically for splash zones, making it ideal for food processing f... continue reading »
