Stemilt Spotlights Apple and Pear Dollar Growth in February Fast Facts

March 8, 2021 Stemilt

Apples continued their dollars up and volume down trajectory and experienced a 1.2 percent growth in dollars compared to the 12 weeks. The pear category was up 13 percent in dollars and 6 percent in volume over the latest 12 weeks.

Mann Packing’s New Facility in Gonzales, CA to Now Include Fresh-Cut Fruit Products

March 8, 2021 Mann Packing Co.

Mann Packing Co., Inc., a subsidiary of Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc., and one of the largest suppliers of packaged vegetables in North America is excited to announce the addition of a fresh-cut fruit area to its new facility in Gonzales, California.

D’Arrigo California Approved as First Mass Vaccination Clinic Site for Agricultural Workers

March 8, 2021 D’Arrigo California

D’Arrigo California was approved as the first site for mass vaccinations for agriculture workers in Monterey County.

After a Delay, AquaBounty’s GMO Salmon Available to U.S. Consumers in April

March 5, 2021 SAMANTHA HORTON, WFYI

A land-based salmon farm in Indiana is preparing to make its debut on the U.S. market in the coming months after delays due to the pandemic. The first genetically engineered animal for human consumption in the U.S. could be available to consumers as soon as this April.

Ren Seafoods Plans Processing Facility, Distribution Hub in Mobile

Ren Seafoods plans to open a seafood processing facility and distribution hub in Mobile as part of a $12.4 million growth project that will create 54 jobs, according to the Mobile Area Chamber of Commerce.