This autumn sees the return of Trade Fair Aalsmeer. This international floriculture expo is one of the most important events of the year for growers, buyers, exporters and their customers. This year, the fair will take place from Tuesday through Thursday, on 7, 8 and 9 November 2023.

The New England Produce Council’s 23rd Annual Produce, Floral & Foodservice Expo took place Aug. 21-22 at Encore Boston Harbor, and as always, included an incomparable lineup of speakers and more than 100 produce and floral exhibitors showcasing their products. This was the first time the event took place at this venue.

According to Floralife, copper pennies, aspirin, soda, white wine, bleach and lemonade are among the most popular home remedies. Lemonade is actually the closest to something that works; it can help up to a point in that flowers need nutrition in the form of sugar. Slightly raising the acidity of the water (lemonade contains citric acid) also aids water uptake.

By the time Hurricane Hilary hit land and headed up through California, it had been downgraded to a tropical storm, which was clearly great news for homeowners and farmers alike.

The storm did some damage across the state, with the Palm Springs area and other desert towns being the hardest hit. It continued on that northeasterly path from Baja California with much of its power and rain unleashed in the Sierra foothills or on the other side of the Sierras. As such, the San Joaquin Valley was not hit as hard as expected.

Ahhh, the sweet onion. Consumers’ love affair with the mild, sweet onion has turned it into a kitchen staple. The sweet onion is popping up on consumers‘ grocery lists all year, thanks to its naturally sweet flavor and its many health benefits — from reducing the risk of cancer to improving heart health. And luckily for us, industry leaders like Bland Farms ensure we have sweet onions available all year.

In a partnership that celebrates a shared commitment to health, vitality and active living, Chiquita and Brooks Running launched the "Ready, Set, Peel!" promotion.

After a successful first collaboration, both parties are re-joining forces to inspire and motivate runners of all levels across the globe in enhancing their fitness journeys, while showcasing the importance of well-rounded nutrition and performance footwear.