California grape harvest is in full swing with pickers working full days in vineyards, unlike last summer, when high temperatures curtailed work for prolonged stretches.

The International Fresh Produce Association announced the slate of new officers and directors for the 2026 IFPA board of directors. These volunteer leaders will be confirmed by a ballot shared with membership and begin its board service at the 2025 Global Fresh Produce & Floral Show, Oct. 16-18, in Anaheim, CA.  

The New England Produce Council hosted its annual Produce, Floral & Food Service Expo on Aug. 18-19, at Encore Boston Harbor in Everett, MA. The event brought together produce, floral and food service professionals for two days. Attendees explored a trade show floor showcasing the latest products while engaging in discussions on industry trends shaping the future of fresh.

80 Acres Farms and Soli Organic announced a strategic merger to form one of the world’s largest and most advanced indoor farming networks, bringing together decades of leadership in indoor farming.

Dole Fresh Vegetables/Bud Antle, manufacturer of Dole Brand packaged salads, continues to redefine what consumers expect from packaged salads with