There’s a lot moving right now, and not much of it is easing up. We’ve got weather, disease pressure and transition gaps all hitting at once. Supply is tight, markets are elevated and flexibility is going to matter over the next few weeks.

Pure Flavor's Tiffany Sabelli, vice president of sales, has been recognized as one of the 2026 Outstanding Women in Produce by the Canadian Produce Marketing Association.

This national recognition highlights women who are making a meaningful and lasting impact across the fresh produce industry through leadership, innovation and a strong commitment to advancing the category.

Star Roses and Plants has four new rose introductions for 2027. The varieties are Be Good, Brick House Yellow, Lemon Frost and Triple Knock Out.

Be Good is a non-fading, canary-yellow Grandiflora rose. The blooms have over 100 petals that are tightly packed, giving them a unique appearance.

TORONTO — The Canadian Produce Marketing Association held its annual convention and trade show April 28-30, here, drawing attendees from around the globe who perused the more than 350 booths and learned about the latest offerings in the Canadian market.

Canadian Produce Marketing Association President Ron Lemaire delivered a clear and confident message April 29 at the Association’s 2026 annual convention: Canada’s fresh produce sector operating under real pressure — but it is not breaking.

Addressing industry leaders from across the supply chain, Lemaire framed the state of the sector around a central theme of adaptive capacity — the ability of the produce industry to flex, adjust, and perform under sustained strain while continuing to deliver food security, affordability and resilience for Canadians.

Florida Thai guava season has officially started. Tropical fruit grower and importer Tierra Suelta produces the crunchy, snackable tropical fruit at its home ranch in Homestead, FL.