SunOpta, a global company focused on organic, non-genetically modified and specialty foods, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Sunrise Growers from an investor group led by affiliates of Paine … Continue Reading →
The U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) was recently awarded a patent for Nocturne, a blueberry cultivar developed by Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists at the Genetic Improvement of Fruits and … Continue Reading →
Stop & Shop is working with 41 growers this season to offer local fruit and vegetable items in the produce department, including corn, tomatoes, blueberries, mushrooms, and squash. read more … Continue Reading →
Post Holdings Inc. has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Dakota Growers Pasta Co. Inc. from Viterra Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Glencore Xstrata plc. IFT Daily News
MAITLAND, Fla. — Although the Department of Commerce and the Mexican tomato growers agreed on an updated suspension agreement for imported tomatoes back in March, the Florida tomato farmers are … Continue Reading →
Retailers take extra measures to be sure their local grower-suppliers are following best food safety practices. read more Supermarket News
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — The Sprout Alliance for Safety and Science announced its formation less than a week after Kroger said it was discontinuing the sale of sprouts due to … Continue Reading →
NEWARK, Del. — The Produce Marketing Association and Western Growers announced they are partnering on a joint task force to develop food safety strategies. read more Supermarket News
