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Data shows rise in average temperatures across most of the nation
Day-to-day swings in temperature are an accepted part of the weather in many areas around the country. However, when 30-year averages of daily temperature fluctuations from thousands of stations around the country indicate a steady change in average ... more
New regional marketing manager welcomed at Pear Bureau Northwest
Pear Bureau Northwest has added Michele Hoard to the company as the new regional marketing manager for the Midwest region. Through her work consulting with domestic and international brands, including the National Mango Board, New York Apple Assoc... more
United Fresh, PMA see positive vote results on new organization
Produce Marketing Association and United Fresh Produce Association held a member vote this week to seek approval to move forward in creating a single new organization representing the global produce and floral communities. Each organization solicited... more
Fresh produce demand remains well above normal levels
Shoppers are increasingly choosing to grocery shop inside the store as COVID-19 concerns abate. “While online grocery shopping certainly remains elevated from the pre-pandemic levels, we saw an increase in in-store shopping along with more time spe... more
AgriStress Response Network supports farmers with mental wellness resources
In recognition of mental health awareness month (May), AgriSafe Network, launched a national network of agriculture professionals that are committed to sharing non-proprietary information ensuring that resources and trainings are widely disseminated ... more
Washington Gov. Inslee signs worker protection legislative package
Agricultural workers in Washington state would become eligible for overtime pay under a bill signed May 11 by Democratic Gov. Jay Inslee, drawing praise from President Joe Biden. According to media reports, Senate Bill 5172 creates a phased-in path ... more
GoodFarms strawberries first EFI-certified product in Whole Foods program
Equitable Food Initiative, the workforce development and certification organization that partners with growers, farmworkers, retailers and consumer groups, announced that GoodFarms strawberries will debut as the first EFI-certified product in Whole F... more
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