Many retailers tout the environmental credentials of their seafood, but a growing number of scientists have begun to question whether these certification systems deliver on their promises. The labels give customers a false impression that purchasing certain products helps the ocean more than it really does, some researchers say. …
As part of its strategic plan for 2012 and beyond, the California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement (LGMA) has identified as a top priority to achieve recognition by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). A focused effort is underway to accomplish this as a means of generating additional buyer acceptance of the LGMA food safety program and reducing duplication of food safety audits for leafy greens farmers. …
The largest flow battery system in the world, capable of storing and delivering grid-scale power instantaneously, has received permission to operate from the local utility and will begin full operation in the weeks ahead, announced Prudent Energy, the manufacturer of the VRB® Energy Storage System. The project’s commissioning marks a significant point in the deployment of large-scale electricity storage systems and will be used to expand onsite power generation at an agricultural processing facility in California owned by Gills Onions, a leader in sustainability, innovation, and technology. …
The question of commodity or brand is a constant struggle within the produce industry. Some would say that a tomato is a tomato, a banana is a banana, and it doesn’t matter where or how they are grown. But as marketers, we know it does matter. …
The Fruit Patch Board of Directors announced the appointment of Jim Gallagher as Chief Executive Officer effective April 30, 2012. …
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