Fresh fruits and vegetable prices will go up an estimated 6% in the coming months, the federal government said Wednesday, as California’s ongoing drought continues to hit price tags in grocery stores across the country. …
The United Fresh Produce Association is now accepting applications for the 2014 Frieda Rapoport Caplan Family Business Scholarship Program. The program awards up to four scholarships for employees of family-owned businesses to attend the United Fresh Washington Conference in September. …
The New Jersey Peach Promotion Council (PPC) has produced an original video, available for the 2014 selling season, especially for produce retailers, wholesalers, shippers, distributors, and packers on what to look for in selecting, displaying and selling Jersey-grown peaches. "Nothing beats a Jersey peach!" says grower John Hurff of Schober Orchards, and the PPC wants to assure that buyers get the very best and display them to best advantage. …
Josie’s Organics romaine hearts packaging is tops – at least according to industry leaders gathered at the United Fresh Produce Association's annual convention earlier this month. …
California Giant Berry Farms is pleased to announce their latest consumer co-promotion, the Skinny Summertime Sweepstakes, with fellow fresh brand SUNSET® Produce. By capitalizing on the word “skinny”, a nutrition buzzword that is growing in popularity amongst consumers, the strawberry grower hopes to reach a large group of consumers seeking to be inspired by fresh fruits and vegetables this summer season. …
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