April 2008
- Being Red or Blue
- Cleaning Up an Industry Foodborne illnesses resulting from leafy green products have increased more than consumption over the past 35 years, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
- Country Fresh Since it’s founding in 1999, Country Fresh Inc. has experienced an annual growth rate of about 40 percent year over year. The fresh-cut processor started with one plant and 20 employees and has grown now to six processing facilities and more than 1,000 full-time and contract employees.
- Fresh Focus: Marketing Food Safety and Food Security Part II
- Keeping Leafy Greens Safe The California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement released its first audit report since the group was formed in 2007. A total of 368 audits were conducted between July 23 and Dec. 31, 2007, on the farms of the 116 members. The results show promise in a voluntary, industry-led organization maintaining the safety of fresh and fresh-cut products.
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