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Contested filing requirement reinstated with Jan. 13 deadline
After a court ruling reinstated a contested filing requirement, businesses owners face a Jan. 13 deadline to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). On Dec. 23, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth... more »
Apple holdings decreasing
Apple storage continues to decline. U.S. apple holdings this January totaled 151 million bushels, 4% less than the inventories reported for last January and 11% more than the January five-year average. Fresh apple holdings on... more »
Cherry Industry Administrative Board seeks board nominations
The Cherry Industry Administrative Board (CIAB) is requesting nominations to fill five board alternate positions. The positions end on June 30. The following seats on the CIAB are up for election for a 3-year term... more »
GLEXPO Distinguished Service Awards
Michigan hort society names award recipients By Madi Schafer, Contributing Writer Celebrating the achievements of individuals whose contributions have shaped Michigan's agricultural landscape, the Michigan State Horticultural Society (MSHS)’s Distinguished Service Award and Master Farmer... more »
2025 Blueberry Convention scheduled for Seattle
The North American blueberry industry plans to trek to the Pacific Northwest for its 2025 industry meeting. The 2025 Blueberry Convention, sponsored by the North American Blueberry Council (NABC), is scheduled for Oct. 8-10 in... more »
Farmer White’s wins Michigan cider contest
Farmer White’s of Williamsburg, Michigan, won first place at the 26th annual Michigan Apple Cider Contest. The competition took place at DeVos Convention Center on Dec. 11, as part of the Great Lakes Expo Fruit,... more »
Michigan Apple scholarship recipients awarded
The Michigan apple industry has named its first scholarship winners. In the inaugural round of Michigan Apple Scholarship winner awards, Ella Heystek, Claire Rasch and Clayton Riley were named the three inaugural recipients. The scholarship... more »
Early registration ending for Southeast Regional conference
The early registration deadline for the Southeast Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference is approaching. The show, scheduled for Jan. 9-11 in Savannah, Georgia, is billed as one of the South’s premier fruit and vegetable educational... more »
Produce Distributors Association’s annual meeting set during New York Produce Show
A re-energized produce distribution trade group plans to hold its yearly meeting at the Big Apple. The Produce Distributors Association (PDA) plans to host its annual meeting during the New York Produce Show (NYPS). The... more »
IFPA’s “Force for Fresh” Atlanta global produce show
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) recently concluded its annual conference in Atlanta, Georgia, after what's being described as a transformative three days for fresh produce and floral. The Oct. 17-19 event amassed over 3,000... more »
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