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UC Davis: Drought costs California $1.84B and 10,100 jobs
The drought is tightening its grip on California agriculture, squeezing about 30 percent more workers and cropland out of production than in 2014, acc... continue reading »
United Fresh launches 2015 BrandStorm marketing event
The United Fresh Produce Association has announced the development of a new marketing event added to its annual education offerings. Titled “BrandSt... continue reading »
PMA responds to FDA’s proposed VQIP guidance for industry
Produce Marketing Association submitted written comments to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding their proposed Voluntary Qualified Impo... continue reading »
USDA plans Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee meeting
The USDA's Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee (FVIAC) will meet on Sept. 15-16 in Washington, D.C. The meeting is open to the public. ... continue reading »
United Fresh releases 2015 Compensation & Benefits Report
The United Fresh Produce Association has released its 2015 Compensation & Benefits Report for the fresh produce industry. Now in its third edit... continue reading »
Bunzl Minneapolis relocates to new, larger distribution center
After 17 years in Fridley, Minnesota, Bunzl Minneapolis has moved to a 155,000-square foot distribution center located in Maple Grove, Minnesota. The... continue reading »
ASABE forms new technical committee for unmanned aerial systems
The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) announced the formation of a new technical committee focused on unmanned aerial... continue reading »
Sneak a peek at September’s PACK EXPO Las Vegas Show Floor
Fast-changing consumer preferences require a rapid response from manufacturers, driving demands for processing and packaging technologies that yield g... continue reading »
New NatureSeal technology prevents guacamole from browning
Guacamole has gone mainstream and oxidative browning has always been the main detractor to this popular dip. NatureSeal’s scientists have been worki... continue reading »
USDA Blog: Improving the safety of leafy greens
Food safety is a top priority for consumers, especially when it comes to the leafy greens in salads. Researchers at the University of Arizona have dis... continue reading »
