Florida Tomatoes are Available Despite Impact from Hurricane Ian

October 20, 2022 Florida Tomatoes

Florida’s November tomato crop will be smaller than normal due to the impact of Hurricane Ian, but Florida will remain a significant supplier from now through December.  The weather since the hurricane has been ideal, allowing growers to quickly recuperate fields.  This means that even those farms that sustained damage will be able to harvest a portion of their crop.  

Magic Sun Celebrates 14 Years as a Leading Hydroponic Tomato Grower

October 5, 2022 Magic Sun

Over the last 14 years, Magic Sun has expanded its growing and research operations to more than 211 acres in Mexico. The company is innovative, visionary and a pioneer in the use of high-tech greenhouses to offer optimal light conditions and mild weather to develop a year-round supply for a variety of tomatoes with the best quality and flavor.

VIDEO: Dark Side Equipment & ASTRA Inc. to Unveil Automated Peeler at IFPA Global Show in Orlando

September 28, 2022 Dark Side Equipment

Dark Side Equipment a leader in peeling and processing equipment is pleased to announce our NEWEST model to the ASTRA Inc platform the KA751PM automated peeler, affectionately known as the “Pineapplator”. We are excited to show case this amazing machine and others at the upcoming IFPA Global Produce & Floral show in Orlando FL in October (ASTRA Inc-Booth 705 Hall-2).

Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers Working with Highline Mushrooms to Create a Regional Circular Bioeconomy

September 7, 2022 Perishable News

The Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers (OGVG) would like to announce a strategic alliance with Highline Mushrooms that will assist the mushroom growers in obtaining raw materials comparable to fertilizer and chicken manure. The ongoing collaboration will see thousands of tonnes of organic waste, specifically in the form of unmarketable tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers, as well as plant trimmings, diverted from local landfills.

Lipman Family Farms Increases Vegetable Production in Florida

August 31, 2022 Lipman Family Farms

Lipman Family Farms, North America’s largest field tomato and vegetable grower, value-added packer, and distributor, will be increasing production of its winter vegetable supply in Immokalee, Florida with an additional 1,400 acres. Lipman’s growth in Florida production exemplifies the company’s ongoing commitment and focus on being one the largest vertically integrated tomato and vegetable suppliers in North America.