cold chain logistics

Federal agency finds recordkeeping lacking in food bought at retail

Recent foodborne outbreaks have brought into question the ability of FDA to track down the source of a contaminated product due to inadequate recordke... continue reading »

Research studies E. coli in leafy greens processing

Ongoing research at Michigan State University (MSU) could have a major impact on the way leafy greens are processed in the United States.
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Bayer Gives UFPA $1.1 Million

On April 22, Bayer CropScience presented United Fresh Produce Association with a $1.1 million endowment over the next four years to create the Center ... continue reading »

Drought leaves growers desperate for water

It’s being called the most significant water crisis in California’s history. A combination of drought, court rulings and an aging, inadequat... continue reading »

To-Jo Mushrooms wins two awards in value-added line’s first year

Four generations of D’Amicos have grown mushrooms in southeastern Pennsylvania, and each generation has built upon the previous.

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Economy hits restaurants hard

The year 2008 won’t be remembered as a good one for the foodservice industry. Rising input costs in nearly every market combined with a tightenin... continue reading »

Foodservice provider builds value into its supply chain

Sysco is the largest foodservice distributor in the United States with sales of $38 billion a year. The company employs more than 8,000 sales and has ... continue reading »

Innovative processor rolls out new items, green packaging

Ready Pac Foods is a pioneer in the fresh-cut produce industry and over the 40 years the company has been processing fresh, ready-to-eat fruit and veg... continue reading »

Group developing metrics program for produce

A group of produce buyers, shippers and industry trade associations are developing a verifiable sustainability index for the produce industry. The Ste... continue reading »

Stemilt Growers expands unique AppleSweets line

Stemilt Growers Inc. made waves two years ago when it announced a new line of flavor-infused apple slices called AppleSweets. The Wenatchee, Wash.-bas... continue reading »