The Organic Grower Summit will offer an impressive lineup of key exhibitors for its 2024 trade show Dec 4-5 in Monterey, CA. The event is set to showcase the latest advancements in sustainable agriculture, including groundbreaking technologies in artificial intelligence, robotics and eco-friendly farming practices. Organic growers and industry producers will have a chance to explore solutions that will shape the future of agriculture.

Ocean Mist Farms, a leading grower/shipper of fresh artichokes in North America, took part in the American Cancer Society’s annual Relay For Life event last weekend in Salinas, CA. In less than 50 days since joining the cause, Ocean Mist Farms climbed to fifth place in charitable rankings out of 77 participating teams.

Equifruit, one of Canada’s leaders in Fairtrade-certified bananas, has once again earned a spot on The Globe and Mail’s prestigious list of Canada’s Top Growing Companies for 2024. 

Ranked No. 219 with an impressive growth rate of 184 percent, this marks the third consecutive year the company has been recognized for its outstanding success.

Fresh Taste Produce CEO Sal Sarraino died Sept. 24. The company said Mr. Sarraino was a visionary leader, mentor, confidante, beloved colleague and a critical component of the produce industry at large.

As the driving force behind Fresh Taste Produce and an authority in the fresh produce industry, Mr. Sarraino fostered conducive environments for innovation and collaboration. His unwavering commitment to excellence and dedication to our mission has left an indelible mark on our organization and the entire industry.

In today's fiercely competitive and rapidly evolving market, enterprises are in constant pursuit of strategies to enhance efficiency and deliver unparalleled service to their customers. Enter Famous Integration Services, Famous Software’s robust EDI solution that has transformed the landscape of the fresh produce industry.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture imposed sanctions on three produce businesses for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce they purchased and failing to pay reparation awards issued under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act.

The following businesses and individuals are currently restricted from operating in the produce industry: