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Neolithics launches produce inspection service
Neolithics has launched a new AI-based produce inspection service that provides results in minutes, speeding up the process for growers, distributors and supermarkets. The technology analyzes both the internal and external qualities of fresh produ... more
Female leaders to be part of IFPA Global Produce show
Women leaders are set to take the stage at this fall’s International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) Global Produce & Floral Show. The show, scheduled for Oct. 17-19 in Atlanta, will attempt to dismantle myths about female leadership, accor... more
Fruit, nut exports increase in shadow of U.S. ag export deficit
Though the overall U.S. agricultural trade deficit is increasing, exports of fruits, vegetables and nuts are on the rise and expected to offset losses in other ag export sectors, according to the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture report. Horti... more
2,500 growers and tech leaders to meet at FIRA USA ag robotics show
The third edition FIRA USA’s ag robotics show will be in northern California this fall. The Oct. 22-24 event, to be in Woodland, California, west of the Sacramento airport, is set to bring 2,500 growers and tech leaders to hear the latest on ag ... more
California ag officials toured invasive pest programs
Despite this unprecedented level of infestations, California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and the USDA in collaboration with County Agricultural Commissioners announced that, after a year of hard work, all populations of invasive fruit f... more
Retail sales veteran joins New England apple packer
Tasked with acquiring new business and reinvigorating the JP Sullivan & Co brand, the century-old New England apple packer has added a retail sales veteran to head its sales. Steve Wright joined the Ayer, Massachusetts-based JP Sullivan as vic... more
Organic industry celebrates Organic Month
The organic industry is marking September as Organic Month. The Organic Trade Association (OTA) is showcasing organic operations and products in its celebration of Organic Month. In its encompassing month-long campaign, OTA will share the stori... more