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United, California group partner on FSMA webinar

United Fresh and the California Grocers Association Education Foundation will present a webinar on March 20 outlining the potential impact of the pr... continue reading »


New industry guidance for cantaloupe available

A new resource, “The National Commodity Specific Food Safety Guidelines for Cantaloupes and Netted Melons,” is now available to help com... continue reading »


United opens 2013 compensation survey

The United Fresh Foundation, through its Center for Leadership Excellence, has launched its 2013 compensation survey for the fresh produce industry.... continue reading »


Industry groups will comment on trace report

The Produce Traceability Initiative (PTI), designed to help the produce industry maximize the effectiveness of current traceback procedures, is curr... continue reading »


FDA will step up inspection of cantaloupe packinghouses

FDA on Monday, Feb. 25 announced its intention to begin inspections of cantaloupe packinghouses during the 2013 growing season, with a special focus... continue reading »


Key Technology, Visys announce merger

Key Technology and Visys NV, a manufacturer of chute-fed in-air sorters used by food processors and waste recyclers, have entered into a merger agre... continue reading »


PMA calls for speakers at 2013 Fresh Summit

The Produce Marketing Association (PMA) Fresh Summit Committee is accepting applications for the 2013 Fresh Summit educational program. The committe... continue reading »


United seeks nominations for honored speaker at women’s event

United Fresh Produce Association is now accepting nominations to help select an honoree to speak at the annual Reception Honoring Women in Produce, ... continue reading »


PMA’s Christie leaves for new opportunities

Lorna Christie, Produce Marketing Association executive vice president and chief operating officer, is leaving the organization effective Feb. 28. S... continue reading »


Paper Pak facilities accredited by UK group

Paper Pak Industries’ La Verne, Calif., and Washington, Ga., manufacturing facilities have been accredited by the British Retail Consortium (B... continue reading »