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Cantaloupe recall called precautionary by shipper

Timco Worldwide Inc. issued a recall Nov. 14 for nine pallets of Mexican- grown cantaloupes because of the potential of Salmonella contamination, though the company said it was a precautionary move as no illnesses have been reported.

Spinach issue explored again at WGA annual meeting

As the spinach crisis nears the two-month mark, retail sales continue to suffer and the produce industry continues to move ahead looking for the root cause of the original contamination and is trying to reduce the risk of something similar happening again.

Labor shortage moves CCM to consider harvest co-ops

VISALIA, CA -- The effect of immigration reform (or the lack thereof) on the labor needs of California citrus growers was among several key issues facing the industry that were addressed at the California Citrus Mutual 29th annual meeting, here, Thursday, Nov. 2.

Neighbors in the Strip honors Alan Siger and Consumers Produce

Alan Siger, president and chief executive officer of Consumers Produce, will be honored Nov. 14 at the second annual Legends of the Strip event hosted by the board of directors of Neighbors in the Strip.

Florida Tomato Committee efforts help to spread holiday tomato cheer

"We will have an exceptionally good crop of fresh, field-grown Florida tomatoes available this fall in November and December," said Samantha Winters, marketing director of the Florida Tomato Committee. "The timing couldn't be better for holiday menu-planning and gift-making."

WGA takes training initiative on the road

SALINAS, CA -- Irvine, CA-based Western Growers Association has taken to the road to gauge support for its proposed Western Growers University, an initiative designed to tailor practical training for its members at a nominal cost to them and with little paperwork hassles.

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