Year: 2024

North American Trade Topics Addressed at Fresh Produce Association of the Americas Policy Summit  

March 20, 2024 Fresh Produce Association of the Americas

The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas’ annual Spring Policy Summit on April 3, 2024, at the Tubac Golf Resort & Spa promises to be a must-attend gathering for industry leaders, policy makers, and experts, focusing on the trade environments of the United States, Mexico, and Canada. With ongoing trade irritants, presidential elections on the horizon for the U.S and Mexico, and the impending renegotiation of the USMCA, this event will provide critical insights into the future of trade and agriculture.  …

Save Foods Announces Corporate Rebranding Changes Name to N2OFF Inc. to Reflect Core Values of its Business

March 20, 2024 Perishable News

Save Foods announced a corporate rebranding in response to recent business developments that focuses on sustainable environmental solutions. At the heart of this rebranding is a change of the Company’s name to N2OFF Inc. to embody its corporate vision and core values. …

Texas Onion Industry Announces Announces 2024 Campaign Launch Celebrating the Flavor and Tradition of TX1015 Sweet Onions

March 20, 2024 Texas International Produce Association 

The Texas International Produce Association (TIPA) is thrilled to kick off the harvest for Texas 1015 Sweet Onions (TX1015) and to share news about their upcoming marketing campaign. The promotional activities, funded through a USDA-AMS Specialty Crop Block Grant administered by the Texas Department of Agriculture, aim to boost brand recognition and sales for TX1015s, targeting both retailers and consumers. Throughout the season, the comprehensive campaign will utilize various digital and in-person platforms to increase consumption and drive sales. …

Making Ancient Grains More Formulation Friendly

March 19, 2024 Danielle Beurteaux for Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)

Bread wheat dominates the bakery industry because of its versatility and functional properties that mean doughs rise, crumb forms, and crusts brown the way consumers like. Modern grains, including wheats, have been bred for high yields, but that’s left them vulnerable to pests and diseases and has also lowered their nutritional content. …

American Bakers Association Members Continue to Lead in ENERGY STAR Certification

March 19, 2024 American Bakers Association (ABA)

ABA member facilities are prominent among these achievers, continuing the trend from previous years. The collective efforts of these plants prevented more than 8 million metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions, showcasing the significant impact of energy-efficient practices. …