Market Fresh Produce Acquires 100-Year Old Harlin Fruit Company
Market Fresh Produce has completed its asset acquisition of Harlin Fruit Company, a 100-year old produce business based in Monett, Mo. …
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Changes In New York City Contracting To Benefit Upstate Farmers
Porpiglia Farms is just one of dozens who might benefit from a new push to buy local. In August, Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer organized an upstate farm tour for commissioners who make large food purchases for the city, to encourage them to buy more local food. Though any sales would come with some drawbacks for the growers, including low price requirements and reams of paperwork, many farmers are eager to tap into the city's cash flow and will do what it takes to cut a deal. …
Aquaponics Facility To Produce Organic Lettuce In Pilot Knob, MO
A company called Eden Greens is setting up in the 17,000 square feet building and is installing a 17,000 square feet greenhouse right beside it. The company also plans to move its current 9,000 square feet facility in Farmington to this site as well. This new production facility will allow them to talk to major grocers in the midwest region about a market that is huge – organic produce. …
Bob Mann Joins Linkfresh As New Chairman Of The Board
LINKFRESH, a leading provider of supply chain ERP solutions designed specifically for the fresh food industry, has announced the appointment of Bob Mann as its new Chairman of the Board. …
GROW Bananas Come To The East Coast
Organics Unlimited is launching GROW organic bananas on the east coast, it was announced today by company president Mayra Velazquez de Leon. All distribution will be handled by Four Season Produce in Lancaster County, Pa. who receives and ripens the bananas for markets in the mid-Atlantic and northeastern parts of the country. …