Global Trade Symposium Offers Master Class On Apple Breeding By Pre-eminent Expert Susan Brown Of Cornell

Few trends are more important to the future of the produce industry than the growth of proprietary produce. At the center of this is breeding, and at the center of breeding in the world of apples is Cornell’s Susan Brown. We were excited that she was willing to be a part of this year’s Global Trade Symposium, co-located with the New York Produce Show and Conference.

Educational Micro-Session: in Advance of Federal Mandate on GMO Labeling, Cornell’s Miguel Gómez Reexamines Purchasing Behavior on GM-label Strawberries, Potatoes and Apples

Professor Miguel Gómez has presented on a plethora of topics at our American and European industry events. We asked Pundit Investigator and Special Projects Editor Mira Slot to find out what he has in store for us at the New York Produce Show and Conference this year.

Brighter Bites and The Produce Moms Announce Partnership

A little more than a year ago, The Produce Moms® (TPM) launched their now popular podcast. This week, The Produce Moms and Brighter Bites announced their newly formed alignment with the podcast’s 75th episode featuring Lori Taylor, CEO & founder of The Produce Moms interviewing Rich Dachman, CEO of Brighter Bites, and discussing the focus and importance of the partnership from the perspective of both organizations.

Zespri to Commercialize Red Kiwifruit  

December 4, 2019 Zespri

Kiwifruit consumers in some of Zespri’s key markets will soon be able to enjoy Zespri Red Kiwifruit following a decision from the Zespri Board today to commercialise a red kiwifruit variety for New Zealand growers.   

Bill Goldfield of Dole Food Company Advances as New Chairman of the Produce for Better Health Foundation Board

The Produce for Better Health Foundation (PBH) announced Bil Goldfield of Dole Food Company as the new Chairman of the Board. A vote by the PBH Board of Trustees on April 23, 2019 activated this leadership transition, which became effective on Friday, November 22, 2019.