Fruits
National Processed Raspberry Council unveils video series
A new three-part video series, "My Name is Haedyn," follows Haedyn Maberry in and around her family's raspberry farm from winter to harvest as she watches the raspberries "sleep," helps her uncle "fix" broken tractors,... more »
Frozen blueberry storage down compared to 2017, 2016
July’s cold storage of blueberries is down compared to the last two years, the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) recently reported. “At the end of July 175.3 million lbs. of blueberries were reported in cold... more »
Oriental fruit fly quarantined near Sacramento
A portion of Sacramento and Yolo Counties have been placed under quarantine for the Oriental fruit fly following the detection of 15 flies in and around the southern part of the City of Sacramento near... more »
For Phytelligence, it’s not just about the apples
Phytelligence was founded in 2012 on work from Washington State University and is perhaps best known for its association with tree fruit. But, as CEO Ken Hunt says, it’s all about what the growers want.... more »
StePac shows off resealable lid film product
StePac and Tadbik have partnered to produce a new modified atmosphere resealable lidding film. The new technology is engineered to extend the shelf life of fresh cherries in aesthetic and functional retail packaging. The product... more »
EcoApple supports sustainable, locally grown fruit in the Northeast.
As apple-picking begins across the Northeast, some of the region’s leading fruit growers are working together to promote a high standard of growing practices especially developed for the unique growing conditions of the region. A... more »
New York state group estimates 2018 apple crop
The New York Apple Association (NYAA) estimates 31 million 42-lb. cartons of apples will be harvested from the 2018 crop this fall which is up slightly over last year and on par with the state’s... more »
Heitkamp, Davis headline United Fresh Washington event
U.S. Sen. Heidi Heitkamp (D-ND) and Rep.Rodney Davis (R-IL) will speak on produce industry issues at the annual United Fresh Washington Conference, Sept. 24-26 in Washington, D.C. During their keynote addresses, Senator Heitkamp and Representative... more »
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