Chiquita introduces groundbreaking banana prototype, Yelloway One
Chiquita is at the forefront of greenhouse innovation through its Yelloway innovation partnership — an ambitious collaboration with KeyGene, MusaRadix and Wageningen University & Research aimed at securing the future of banana cultivation.
Within this initiative, Chiquita has introduced Yelloway One, a groundbreaking banana prototype bred for resistance to Tropical Race 4 (TR4), one of the most devastating threats to global banana crops, as well as partial resistance to Black Sigatoka.
Setton Pistachio opens new facility to meet growing demand
Setton Pistachio of Terra Bella Inc. has opened a new pistachio processing facility in Zamora, CA. The expansion increases the company's processing capabilities to meet the soaring demand for pistachios, while upholding its commitment to sustainable farming.
Next Big Thing launching Kissabel apple
This year, The Next Big Thing, a cooperative of dedicated growers at orchards from Nova Scotia to Washington state, is making waves by doubling down on its marketing efforts — not just for SweeTango, but for the broader apple category.
In the Trenches: Let’s applaud all the produce workers
An ovation, whether it’s at a sporting event, concert or award presentation, shows support and appreciation for a person’s talent and ability. It is a way people evaluate performance. It also inspires a person to want to do better.
Kwik Lok joins IFPA initiative to advance smart packaging standards
Kwik Lok, the global leader in bag closing solutions, joined the International Fresh Produce Association’s Supply Chain of the Future initiative as an executive sponsor of the Harmonized Standards and Smart Data Escrow Steering Committee.
Crowley adds new route connecting U.S. Northeast and Central America
Crowley, an international leader in logistics, marine and energy solutions, has announced a significant expansion of ocean shipping services with its first-ever route between the U.S. Northeast and Central America.
Big Y collaborates with University of Phoenix to provide tuition benefits
Big Y has an agreement with University of Phoenix to provide employees with tuition benefits at the University. The collaboration supports Big Y’s goal of providing its employees with long, fulfilling careers by ensuring the company’s thousands of team members have access to the educational resources they need to continue their skill development and pursue their goals.
Celebrating service and community: Veteran Farmer Award
The American Farm Bureau Federation, with support from Farm Credit, is seeking applicants for the Veteran Farmer Award of Excellence. The award recognizes U.S.
Manfredi expands in Pennsylvania and New Jersey
Manfredi Cold Storage is in the midst of expanding both its Pennsylvania and New Jersey facilities.