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USHBC Market Access Program funding nearly doubled for 2022
The USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) has notified the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council that its 2022 Market Access Program (MAP) funding award will nearly double to $597,810, up from $299,195 in 2021 and $207,449 in... more »
Apple exports to India dip 79%; USApple urges tariffs’ removal
Following the start to agricultural trade negotiations last week at the U.S.-India Trade Policy Forum in New Delhi, the U.S. Apple Association said Nov. 30 more needs to be done to ensure U.S. apple growers... more »
World Pear Day returns Dec. 4
Pear Bureau Northwest is launching the sixth edition of its annual World Pear Day on Dec. 4. Taking place the first Saturday of December, this year’s World Pear Day will give consumers around the world... more »
Farmers’ markets, CSAs and food hubs among USDA grant recipients
The USDA announced a $90.2 million investment in 203 projects to strengthen and explore new market opportunities for local and regional food businesses. The funding is made possible through grant programs administered by the Agricultural... more »
PMA’s Virtual Town Hall Series cited in three international awards
Produce Marketing Association has shared that the Virtual Town Hall Series, which began in March 2020 and has continued as a weekly broadcast into 2021 has won recognition in three separate awards recognizing programming and... more »
Project evaluates food safety challenges of blueberry harvesting
Through an anonymous survey, researchers are seeking a better understanding of current cleaning and sanitation methods used on blueberry harvest containers and machine harvesters. Based on the survey results and with the help of a... more »
Washington Apple Week marks ‘grown with goodness’ theme
The Washington Apple Commission announced that Nov. 27-Dec. 5 will be the third annual celebration of Washington Apple Week. The global event will span 15 countries and feature activities to connect consumers with the source... more »
Impact of inflation and supply chain woes felt in October
Twenty months into the pandemic, fresh produce retailing remains in flux. Continually changing consumer consumption and buying patterns, high inflation and severe supply chain disruption and constraints have yet to create a new and lasting... more »
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