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Key Technology introduces new line of optical sorters
Food processing machinery manufacturer Key Technology has introduced its new line of food optical sorters. The COMPASS line includes next-generation i... continue reading »
JLS to debut new case and tray carton loader at PACK EXPO
Robotic systems packaging producer JLS is debuting a new case and tray carton loader at PACK EXPO Sept. 11-13 in Las Vegas. The Hawk is compact, ma... continue reading »
Potato processor investing $415M in new production line at Idaho facility
Lamb Weston Holdings is investing $415 million in a new french fry processing line at its plant in American Falls, Idaho. The new line will expand ... continue reading »
New $40M program aims to aid agribusinesses in South Carolina
A new $40 million incentive program aims to bolster existing South Carolina agribusinesses and provide more markets for agricultural producers. The... continue reading »
Processing and packaging company ProMach closes on investment agreement
Global processing and packaging machinery company ProMach has closed an agreement in which funds managed by BDT Capital Partners acquired a significan... continue reading »
Maine broccoli producer voices concerns for state crop following pesticide sanctions
In the wake of the discovery of use of an illegal pesticide by a large Maine broccoli farm, one state producer voiced concern that consumers may lose ... continue reading »
Saf-T-Guard introduces new line of gloves
Saf-T-Gard International has expanded its line of disposable gloves with a new product made using a hybrid thermoplastic elastomer material. Ambi-G... continue reading »
Agreements to expand distribution of AeroFarms microgreens
Indoor vertical farming leader AeroFarms is expanding distribution of its microgreens through agreements with produce wholesaler and distributor S. Ka... continue reading »
IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show lineup set
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) Global Produce & Floral Show keynote lineup for 2023 includes speakers from the worlds of busin... continue reading »
NY grower adds high-tech storage capabilities
After years of contracting with other companies to store apples, a New York apple grower and packer counts efficiency and enhanced technology as key b... continue reading »
