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The United States Potato Board (USPB) is pleased to announce Kim Breshears has joined its staff as Marketing Programs Director in the Denver office. She started her new role August 18, 2014. …

Major Egyptian fresh produce company PICO has predicted that both Russia and Asia could become important markets for its fruit and vegetable exports in the near future, with the firm poised to benefit from Russia’s current freeze on EU and US imports. …

Starting September 1st, Organics Unlimited will host its ninth annual GROW Month, a celebration of its non-profit program GROW (Giving Resources and Opportunities to Workers). In an effort to raise consumer awareness, Organics Unlimited encourages all retailers who carry the GROW label organic bananas to share the positive work stories they have helped make possible. …

"The Group's growth will continue to be driven by successful acquisitions. Total Produce has recently agreed to acquire the final 50% of All Seasons Fruit in The Netherlands and continues its expansion in North America with the acquisition of a 45% interest in Eco Farms in California, USA." …

The Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association’s annual convention will focus squarely on the future of Florida agriculture with a look at opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. …