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Produce industry adapts, works toward reducing packaging materials

Using fewer materials in packaging for fresh produce costs less in dollars as well as environmental impact, marketers say.

Jun 18, 2020 by Jim Offner #Produce (General), #SPECIAL REPORT: Processing Packaging Technology, #Packaging, #Pears, #Sustainability, #Americas Conservation Ag Movement, #Americas Conservation Ag Movement

Cherries inch their way up on Produce Market Guide

Haitian mangoes maintained their lead on The Packer's PMG the week of May 18, and cherries claimed the second spot.

May 26, 2020 by Brooke Park #Produce Retail, #Produce Crops, #Cherries, #Oranges, #Cucumbers, #Peaches, #Mangoes, #Watermelons, #Pears

Mangoes see major interest on PMG

Haitian mangoes maintained their lead on The Packer's PMG the week of May 11, and the overall mango category climbed from No. 4 to No. 2.

May 18, 2020 by Amelia Freidline #Produce Retail, #Mangoes, #Produce Crops, #Watermelons, #Peaches, #Oranges, #Lemons, #Cherries, #Strawberries, #Avocados, #Pears, #Cantaloupe, #Cucumbers, #Cauliflower, #Lettuce, #Peppers Chili, #Radishes, #Mushrooms

Summer favorites make a comeback on PMG

Oranges were finally dethroned on PMG the week of May 4, with Haitian mangoes taking the No. 1 spot.

May 11, 2020 by Amelia Freidline #Produce Retail, #Produce (General), #Mangoes, #Watermelons, #Oranges, #Lettuce, #Strawberries, #Cherries, #Cucumbers, #Pears

A rocky road to stability as pandemic stretches on

The road to the new normal as the COVID-19 crisis continues is a rocky one for many in the fresh produce industry.

May 07, 2020 by Tom Karst #Produce (General), #COVID-19, #USDA, #Potatoes, #Sweet Potatoes, #Asparagus, #Pears, #Strawberries, #Foodservice, #Produce Retail, #COVID-19

Starr Ranch Growers hires three in sales and marketing

Starr Ranch Growers, Wenatchee, Wash., has added three people to its sales and marketing staff.

Apr 13, 2020 by Chris Koger #Produce (General), #People, #Apples, #Pears

USDA relaxes regulations for imports of Chinese pears

Import requirements for Chinese fragrant pears have been relaxed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Apr 06, 2020 by Tom Karst #Produce (General), #Governmental Regulations, #USDA, #Pears

Pandemic boosts bagged apples — but not because of food safety

Retailers are switching from bulk to bagged apples, according to a Stemilt Growers, as limited trips to the store, online ordering and a grab-and-go convenience is highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Apr 02, 2020 by Chris Koger #Produce (General), #Packaging, #Apples, #Pears, #Produce Retail, #COVID-19, #COVID-19

Oranges rule Produce Market Guide, but bananas pick up interest

Oranges and organic pears maintained the top two spots on Produce Market Guide last week, while lettuce inched up a place to No. 3.

Mar 17, 2020 by Amelia Freidline #Produce Retail, #Produce (General), #Bananas, #Oranges, #Pears, #Lettuce, #Avocados

USA Pears launches #WhatsInYourFruitBowl sweepstakes

Pear Bureau Northwest/USA Pears is teaming with gourmet food gift shop Harry & David for a promotion that’s fitting for March, dubbed National Nutrition Month, among other designations.

Mar 11, 2020 by Amy Sowder #Produce (General), #Pears