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WEB4 days ago · Use the search field to find produce supply chain companies currently listed in the Produce Blue Book Services directory. As you type, a drop-down menu will appear, allowing you to choose the produce company you need. Click on the company’s name and the directory listing will load in your browser. From here, you can purchase a …
Canadian study highlights the role of produce packaging
WEBAugust 22, 2024 (Ottawa, ON) – A study commissioned by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) and Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) highlights the critical role of packaging in fresh produce supply chains by quantifying the functionality of plastic packaging in fresh produce from a needs/benefit perspective.
Dirty Dozen, Clean 15 lists released for 2021 - Produce Blue Book
WEBMar 17, 2021 · The Environmental Working Group has released its controversial Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 lists of fresh produce items that consumers should avoid and seek, based on pesticide residue levels. This year, collard and mustard greens join kale on the dirty list, as well as bell peppers and hot peppers for the first time.
Inside Sun World’s expansion plans - Produce Blue Book
WEBAug 20, 2024 · On August 1, Sun World announced the acquisition of Biogold Group, a South Africa-based global fruit variety rights manager, trading as Citrogold in South Africa. The move adds citrus, mangos, and avocados to Sun World, doubling its crop portfolio, Marguleas said. In an exclusive interview with Blue …
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WEBSep 23, 2024 · Peruvian ag exports up 40% in August 2024 year-over-year. In August 2024, Peruvian agricultural exports totaled $1.247 billion, 40 percent above what was obtained in the same month of the previous year. Stay informed with the latest produce industry news and trends. Explore our comprehensive news page and …
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Performance Food Group to acquire Cheney Brothers
WEBAugust 14, 2024 RICHMOND, Va.– (BUSINESS WIRE)– Performance Food Group Company BB #:137847 today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with Cheney Bros., Inc. BB #:168606, a leading independent broadline foodservice distributor based in Riviera Beach, FL, and owned by the Cheney family and Clayton Dubilier & Rice ...
PFG completes the acquisition of Core-Mark - Produce Blue Book
WEBSep 3, 2021 · RICHMOND, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Performance Food Group Company BB #:137847 announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Core-Mark Holding Company, Inc. (Core-Mark).. The transaction creates a best-in-class convenience business within PFG’s Vistar segment that includes the Core-Mark and Eby-Brown businesses.
The verdict: Cosmic Crisp vs. Honeycrisp - Produce Blue Book
WEBJan 3, 2020 · A few days ago, I wrote about my initial impressions of the newfangled Cosmic Crisp apple (extremely good but not sensational). This week I did a taste test. I bought a Cosmic Crisp apple ($2.99 a pound) and a Honeycrisp apple ($1.99 a pound) at Angelo Caputo’s market in Wheaton, IL.
2024 Washington apple crop estimated at normal size
WEBAug 12, 2024 · The 2020 Washington apple crop was 122.5 million boxes, followed by 122.9 million in 2021. Cool and wet weather in 2022 caused a smaller crop of 103.9 million, and then a much larger “rebound” crop in 2023 of 136.1 million boxes. This year, moderate weather has helped growers deliver a robust crop with high quality across all varietals.