Month: September 2018

Berry People, an integrated company which last year hit the ground running with a year-round full-line supply of branded organics, is delighted to announce the launch of its inaugural Chilean blueberry season and its Avo People brand organic avocados from both Mexico and Chile. …

“Mike is uniquely equipped to lead FFVA into the future,” Orsenigo said. “Given his experience and leadership in Florida agriculture, he has a keen grasp of the issues that Florida producers face in growing and marketing their crops. We’re looking forward to having him at the helm of our association.” …

“By marking 130 years in the banana business we are shining the spotlight on the generations of wonderful people and partners who have contributed to our success over those years – and on those who will do so as we move forward” said David McCann, Fyffes Chairman, on the anniversary. …

Ocean Mist Farms is proud to announce the hire of Rick Bravo as its new Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Bravo brings nearly 35 years of experience serving the fresh produce industry and a wealth of knowledge in sales and leadership, which is highly valued by the team at Ocean Mist Farms. …

The Center for Produce Safety (CPS) today announced 13 new research awards valued at a little over $2.6 million. The awards are for research projects directed at answering critical questions in specific areas of food safety practices. Among this year's topics – storage, sanitation, agricultural water, co-management and risk-based field sampling. …