Year: 2017

Effective immediately, the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is lifting the Federal Order issued on March 18, 2015, prohibiting certain fruits and vegetables from the Dominican Republic into theUnited States. The original action was taken in response to the multiple detections of live Mediterranean fruit fly (Medfly) in the Punta Cana region of the Dominican Republic. …

The holiday season timing could not be more perfect – nor could flavor and size – for the first commercial release of USA-grown KORU® apples from Washington and New York. …

In preparation for a healthy start of the new year, the National Mango Board (NMB) will kick off its new Mango Selfie program in January. This Q1 program will connect with shoppers at the retail level by capturing their #mangoselfie on Instagram for the opportunity to win prizes. The program includes a strong retail component with an incentive for store level associates. …

The Center for Produce Safety (CPS) today announced it has added a new video section to the home page, creating a multimedia experience for site visitors. …

Tanimura & Antle awarded its Chief Ag Officer, Steve Bassi with the inaugural Demeter Award on Friday, December 8th for his commitment to the well-being of Tanimura & Antle and its employees, growers, customers and vendors, his unfaltering loyalty, dedication and mentorship for the betterment of all. …