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NSF International to unveil Consumer Values Verified at FMI Connect

In response to consumer demand for improved transparency and trustworthiness in product sourcing and production practice claims, independent public he... continue reading »


National Children’s Center to offer ag safety grants

Proposals are now being accepted for mini-grants up to $20,000 to support small-scale projects and pilot studies that address prevention of childhood ... continue reading »


Optimized sanitation methods for produce processing

In recent decades, the market for fresh produce – and, in particular, minimally processed, ready-to-eat products like fresh-cut lettuce – has grow... continue reading »


Woot Froot announces launch of new website

In preparation for the second season of their freshly sliced peaches and nectarines in June, Woot Froot has recently launched a new website. Locate... continue reading »


PMA Foodservice Conference to bring Bravo! Chef Hugh Acheson to Monterey

More than 1,800 attendees are expected to convene in Monterey, California, July 24-26 to network and discuss emerging trends facing the fresh produce ... continue reading »


Considerations before buying a food safety digital recordkeeping system

It is very easy to get overwhelmed with the amount of data a fresh produce grower needs to track and be able to recall at a moment’s notice. This is... continue reading »


Great Lakes Growers announce food safety certification approval

Coming on the heels of its recent Non-GMO Certification, Great Lakes Growers announced its recent PrimusGFS food safety certification. PrimusGFS i... continue reading »


Anchor Packaging introduces new ‘Wave’ product line

Anchor Packaging announced the launch of their newest product line, which incorporates ergonomic design, reduction of petroleum-based materials, and a... continue reading »


TOMRA wins European Business of the Year Award

TOMRA was named the winner of the European Business of the Year Award in the category for companies with a turnover of 150 million euros or higher. TO... continue reading »


Finalized Clean Water Rule released

Agriculture groups were busy analyzing the impact of new government rules issued May 27 byEPA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. “We are under... continue reading »