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Church Brothers Farms completes Mann Packing acquisition
Church Brothers Farms has officially completed its acquisition of key assets and operations of Mann Packing from Fresh Del Monte Produce. As part o... continue reading »
Avocado volume expected to hit record high in US market
Avocado demand is approaching a record-setting high. Total avocado volume in the U.S. market is on track to exceed 3 billion pounds in 2025, according... continue reading »
Former Kellogg leader named CEO of Kraft Heinz ahead of split
Former Kellogg Co. leader Steve Cahillane has been named CEO of the Kraft Heinz Co. ahead of its split into two companies in 2026. Cahillane replac... continue reading »
McCain Foods acquiring longtime Maine potato supplier
McCain Foods will acquire frozen potato specialty product supplier Penobscot McCrum, which has farmed potatoes in Aroostook County for five generation... continue reading »
Beverage company acquires Country Pure Foods
Fruit and vegetable beverage company Peterson Brands has acquired Country Pure Foods, a producer of portioned and multi-serve juices, plant-based beve... continue reading »
Latest innovations must balance safety, sustainability and efficiency
The fresh produce industry is at a turning point: packaging is no longer just a vessel but a critical tool for ensuring food safety, extending shelf l... continue reading »
Cutting-edge solutions take center stage at EATS 2025
The latest in processing, automation, packaging and food safety technology was on display at EATS 2025, where more than 350 suppliers showcased produc... continue reading »
Walnut grower future-proofing operations with focus on sustainability
For more than a hundred years, the Barton family has been a cornerstone of California's walnut industry. Based in Escalon, GoldRiver Orchards has buil... continue reading »
Cold plasma moves toward the processing line
Cold plasma could soon move from the lab to the packing line. A 2025 research paper published in Food Production, Processing and Nutrition highlights ... continue reading »
New partnerships strengthen AgroFresh Solutions’ postharvest platform
AgroFresh Solutions, which specializes in postharvest produce freshness, is expanding its FreshCloud digital quality and supply chain platform through... continue reading »
