76% of U.S. consumers want more product information - survey

A recent GS1 US survey reports a rise in U.S. grocery shoppers who are curious about their products' contents and paths, and gravitate towards the ones that make that information available.

June 24 , 2025

Superfresh Growers eyes exports growth, stable pricing in peak cherry season

The leading Pacific Northwest grower and shipper represents approximately 17% of the region's cherry crop, and its orchards in Mattawa, Yakima Valley, and La Grande support a 90-day-plus selling window.

June 24 , 2025

Trump "looking at" easing rules for farmers on migrant hiring

Amid rising concern from growers over labor shortages, Trump has suggested he may allow trusted "good, reputable farmers" to take responsibility for the migrant workers they employ.

June 23 , 2025

AMFRESH exec at GrapeTech 2025: “We must leave the legacy defined by production volumes"

More than 800 people attended GrapeTech 2025 on June 18 in Santiago, where Mark Player, chief commercial officer of AMFRESH Group, spoke about the transformation the industry has undergone, and the collective work ahead.

June 20 , 2025

Cherry production in the Northwest expected to rise 13%

Cherry season started earlier this year, thanks to warmer weather, and is expected to last until late August or early September.

June 18 , 2025

California grapes “ready to handle whatever is falling from the sky this year”

David Espinoza of Hronis International Sales notes that while volume prospects are high, the real test lies in navigating climate extremes and shifting consumer demand.

June 18 , 2025

Trump pauses ICE raids on farms, hotels, and restaurants

The decision to do so came after increasing pushback that stemmed from Trump's mass deportation raids disrupting all three mentioned industries. 

June 17 , 2025

U.S. fruit exporters gain improved access to Vietnam, Thailand in new trade deals

The United States has secured new export opportunities for apples, citrus, and stone fruit in Thailand and Vietnam, potentially adding millions in annual trade for American growers.

June 16 , 2025

IFPA: Enforcement actions disrupt farms and threaten produce supply

In a statement on behalf of the fresh produce industry, IFPA addressed the Trump administration's increasing farm ICE raids and the President's acknowledgement of a sentiment of discontent across the farming, hotel, and leisure industries.

June 16 , 2025

Trump plans executive order to ease farm labor shortage

Agriculture Secretary Rollins confirmed the president is considering all options to ease farm labor shortages amid rising deportations.

June 13 , 2025