On July 25, the BC Tree Fruits Cooperative’s board of directors said that it can no longer sustain its operations due to extremely low estimated fruit volumes, adverse weather conditions and challenging market and financial circumstances. As a result, BC Tree Fruits Cooperative and its subsidiaries will seek court direction and assistance to liquidate in an effort to maximize recovery for all stakeholders.

The Michigan Apple industry has seen a steep increase in apple exports since 2020, with bushels shipped increasing by 40 percent, according to the U.S. Apple Export Council.

Superfresh growers invited viewers to explore their orchards and discover how they live in tune with Mother Nature by using beneficial insects and shade cloth to mitigate environmental challenges.

Where did salads come from? Who created them?

The U.S. Department of Agriculture imposed sanctions on United Vegetable Produce Inc. in Brooklyn, NY, for violating the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act. These sanctions include barring the business and the principal operator of the business from engaging in PACA-licensed business or other activities without approval from USDA.

Brighter Bites hosted a volunteer event of the recent Organic Produce Summit in Monterey, CA.

During the summit, volunteers came together to sort and pack fresh produce for 1,000 families in Monterey County across four sites, including Boys & Girls Club, YMCA, Frank Ledesma and First Tee. The families participating in the program received approximately 50 servings of fresh fruits and vegetables along with recipes and tips to encourage healthier eating habits and food choices.