Setton Farms pistachios cater to diverse tastes
Visitors who stop by the Setton Farms booth at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce & Floral Show will likely hear positive messages on a handful of topics relating to the pistachio products on display.
Russo Farms launches fall lettuce program
Russo Farms has over a century of experience as a reliable grower, buyer and shipper of fresh produce. The company also manages its own fleet of trucks for delivery and maintains direct grower relationships throughout New Jersey to ensure quality and efficiency.
Windset Farms expansion announcement
Windset Farms is taking another step in shaping the future of sustainable greenhouse farming with a new phase of expansion at its Delta, British Columbia facility. This investment follows the success of Windset's most recent expansion, powered by sustainable and renewable hydroelectricity. This next phase of development will build on that foundation by incorporating even more advanced climate systems, next-generation LED lighting, and renewable energy solutions, taking production and product quality to an even higher level.
Ayco Farms Inc. significantly expands Costa Rica pineapple
Ayco Farms Inc. announced a significant expansion of its agricultural footprint in Costa Rica to support multifold growth in its pineapple program. The initiative reflects Ayco’s long-term strategy to strengthen global supply, increase operational scale and reinforce its commitment to sustainable farming.
PRO*ACT Crop Update: Drizzles and delays in the west
We’re officially in the home stretch of the Salinas season, with most shippers expecting to transition to the desert the week of November 17 fully. That still gives us a few more weeks in the Valley, but conditions in the field are deteriorating quickly. This week’s inch-and-a-half of rain, combined with lingering heat and humidity, has only added to the already high pressure from disease and pests.
JBJ and Veg-Land welcome Elisha Cope to help spearhead organic program expansion
JBJ and Veg-Land, leaders in sustainable agriculture and organic produce, announced the appointment of Elisha Cope to its team. Elisha will take on a pivotal role in driving the development and expansion of the company’s organic vegetable program, bringing her extensive expertise and passion for the industry to this dynamic initiative. She will be joining the team at this year’s IFPA show at the Veg-Land booth No. 4197.
Industry coalition releases comprehensive guide to combat escalating fraud in produce sector
A coalition of produce industry leaders has released A Guide: Fraud Prevention in Produce, a comprehensive resource designed to help companies protect themselves against the rapidly escalating threat of fraud that has cost the industry tens of millions of dollars annually.
Wakefern Food Corp. appoints Travis Riepenhoff group vice president for fresh divisions
Wakefern Food Corp. announced the appointment of Travis Riepenhoff as group vice president, Fresh. Riepenhoff succeeds Mark Van Buskirk, who now leads Wakefern’s Center Store divisions as group vice president.