USDA files action against South Carolina company for $800K PACA violation
USDA files action against South Carolina company for $800K PACA violation
The U.S. Department of Agriculture filed an administrative complaint against Williams Produce LLC. The company, operating from South Carolina, allegedly failed to make prompt payment to 14 produce sellers in the amount of $816,749 from July 2023 through February 2025, in violation of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act.
Following nearly 10 years of development and a successful pilot and market introduction, Royal Van Zanten, Together2Grow and Coloríginz (part of Dutch Flower Group) are taking the next step with Astronova. This strategic collaboration across the supply chain forms the foundation for the continued growth and development of this new cut flower.
Corine van den Berg started the Montana nursery in Poeldijk 35 years ago with her husband, Frank van Holst. They have passed on their love for lisianthus to their children, two of whom now work in the business. “As a mother, it’s wonderful to work alongside my two sons.”