Lorna Christie To Leave PMA, Explore New Opportunities

PMA President and CEO Bryan Silbermann today announced the departure of Lorna Christie, PMA’s executive vice president and chief operating officer effective February 28. She is leaving to pursue her goal of consulting with companies ready to take their next steps in establishing a business model based on integrated strategic communications, including crisis mitigation and management, and public affairs.

Terra Tech Corp. Makes Progress In Acquisition Of NB Plants, Edible Garden Brand

February 20, 2013 Terra Tech

Terra Tech Corp., a leader in sustainable agricultural products, is pleased to announce it has completed its first installment payment to NB Plants for the 5 acres of greenhouse it has committed to funding as part of the acquisition plan.

Sirane’s ‘Soft Fruit Bubble Pad’ Causes A Stir At Fruit Logistica

February 20, 2013 Sirane

An innovation in soft-fruit packaging proved to be a huge draw at Fruit Logistica as the Berlin trade show proved to be a huge success for Sirane once again.

Cal Poly & CA Strawberry Commission Announce Multidisciplinary Partnership

Focused on educating future leaders in the area of sustainability, growth and the success of the California strawberry industry, Cal Poly and the California Strawberry Commission announced they have signed an agreement to create the first of its kind Strawberry Sustainability Research and Education Center.

Lenten Seafood Demand Has Slipped, Louisiana Vendors Say

Seafood sales rise in the more than forty days from Ash Wednesday to Easter, helping some south Louisiana vendors by as much as fifty percent as tastes turn from Mardi Gras king cakes to oysters, shrimp and crabs. But the region's Lenten consumption isn't what it used to be. Sellers have been hit by multiple blows on the demand side, including Asian competition and lost business since the BP spill. Supply-side whammies have also taken a toll.