Year: 2024

Organic Produce Summit to Address Reducing Plastics in Produce Packaging During New Sustainability Session

June 23, 2024 The Organic Produce Summit

Organic Produce Summit announces new speaker session highlighting sustainable packaging on July 11 at the only comprehensive one-stop-shop event for retailers and buyers in the organic produce industry. The session, “Sustainable Packaging: Reducing Plastics in the Produce Department,” will focus on how produce packaging is changing and evolving alongside the industry’s increased emphasis on sustainability. …

Village Farms Fresh & Blue Radix: Harnessing AI to Revolutionize Greenhouse Agriculture & Enhancing Grower Efficiency and Quality

June 23, 2024 Village Farms Fresh

Village Farms Fresh has consistently championed innovation, viewing technology not merely as a tool for growth but as a cornerstone of sustainable practices. By investing in AI-driven solutions, the company not only enhances the quality of its offerings but also underscores its commitment to supporting the individuals who drive its success—the growers. …

USDA Proposes Revising the Section 8e Import Inspection Fee Structure for Fresh Fruits, Vegetables and other Products

June 23, 2024 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is proposing revisions to the regulations governing the inspection and certification of fresh fruits, vegetables, and other products. These proposed changes include a per-pound fee structure for certain Section 8e import inspections, a minimum fee equivalent to a 2-hour charge computed at the current established hourly rate, whichever is greater, and a 50 percent reduction to the sublot fee. …

Traverse City Cherry, Apple Grower Optimistic New Climate Program Will Address Soil Health

June 23, 2024 Michigan State University AgBioResearch

Part of the reason for such varied production totals is due to changing climate patterns, said Raul Gomez, operations manager of Wunsch Farms based in Traverse City. The farm is a sixth-generation cherry and apple farm located on Old Mission Peninsula. …

Southeastern Grocers Donates $70,000 and Breakfast Essentials to Combat Summer Hunger

June 21, 2024 Southeastern Grocers

Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG) in partnership with the SEG Gives Foundation, is proud to announce a combined donation of $70,000, along with 7,000 gallons of milk, 7,000 boxes of cereal and 7,000 bunches of bananas, to seven food banks across the Southeast. This initiative aims to combat food insecurity among families during the summer months. …