Opinion: Are consumers swapping fresh produce sustainability for safety?

Craig Stauffer, CEO of Vanguard International, says that it may be time to warm up the DeLorean and get back to the future again.

August 19 , 2020

Task force to fight resurgent, cherry-killing disease in Northwest

Scientists at Washington State University have teamed up with cherry growers to find improved defenses against a disease that devastated orchards 70 years ago and has resurfaced in the Pacific Northwest.

August 18 , 2020

Arizona representatives raise concerns about potential Mexican produce measures

Both Arizona senators and seven representatives signed onto a recent letter to U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, saying any potential measures could result in higher prices.

August 18 , 2020

Agronometrics in Charts: Berry prices fall across the board

It has been a rollercoaster ride for pricing in most of the berry categories this year, except for one which has seen a relatively normal year.

August 18 , 2020

FDA finds Cyclospora in Florida irrigation canal

The FDA said its traceback investigation identified "several farms" in the U.S. that may have provided product used in the Fresh Express salads that were recalled.

August 17 , 2020

FPAA criticizes Southeast growers following seasonal produce hearing

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) has criticized Congressmen and produce growers from the U.S. Southeast following a hearing on seasonal produce.

August 17 , 2020

Europe suspends Argentine citrus imports until May

The decision, which was taken unilaterally and came into effect on Sunday, applies to oranges, mandarins, lemons and grapefruit until April 31 next year.

August 17 , 2020