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2024 Census of Horticultural Specialties data being collected through April
Data is being collected through April 18 for the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) 2024 Census of Horticultural Specialties. ... continue reading »
Texas International Produce Association recognizes trio of women
Three women have been recognized for their contributions to the produce industry by In Bloom, Texas International Produce Association (TIPA)’s Women... continue reading »
Former USDA trade official joins IFPA to lead global policy
A former USDA trade official has joined the International Fresh Produce Association as chief global policy officer. Alexis Taylor, former Under Sec... continue reading »
Head of FDA food division resigns
Jim Jones, head of the food division at the Food and Drug Administration, has resigned, NBC News has reported. The division oversees inspections and r... continue reading »
Industry veteran joins Produce Distributors Association board
The Produce Distributors Association (PDA) has appointed Joseph Procacci III, vice president for business development at Philadelphia-based Procacci H... continue reading »
GrubMarket acquires California-based foodservice distributor
GrubMarket, a global private food e-commerce company, has acquired California-based foodservice distributor Bay Cities Produce. Bay Cities Produce,... continue reading »
IFPA members among new appointees to USDA advisory panels
Representatives of several International Fresh Produce Association member companies have been appointed to USDA advisory panels, including 12 IFPA mem... continue reading »
Senate confirms Rollins as new ag secretary
Brooke Rollins, a conservative legal activist and public policy analyst who served as chief for domestic policy during Donald Trump’s first administ... continue reading »
New flavors from Beaverton Foods feature spicy punch
Beaverton Foods has introduced three new flavors in its line of condiments featuring spices powered by chili peppers and jalapenos. The new trio ma... continue reading »
Irrigation innovation features built-in outlet
An irrigation innovation from an Israeli company includes a pre-assembled outlet designed to reduce labor and improve efficiency. Netafim, the prec... continue reading »
