This year’s California avocado harvest is “shaping up to be one of the strongest in recent years,” with a projected harvest of 375 million pounds — the largest crop since 2020, says the Irvine-based California Avocado Commission.Growing conditions have been favorable, including “beneficial rainfall, leading to “healthy soil and strong fruit set for this year’s crop,” said Terry Splane, the commission’s vice president...
When the Food and Drug Administration announced its intent to push back the enforcement of Section 204 of the Food Safety Modernization Act, it was met with relief from many in the produce industry, as the rule establishes additional traceability record-keeping for companies that grow, manufacture, process, pack or hold food on the Food Traceability List.The FDA says the additional 30-month extension would address co...
Kelly Hale says working in produce “gets into your blood and you can’t walk away.” The 25-year veteran of the produce industry currently serves as vice president of sales, marketing and supply chain for Highline Mushrooms.Although Hale started on the research and development side, she transitioned to sales, as she enjoyed working with people to understand and help solve their challenges.Hale joined Highline about two...
In an effort to support retailers and the growing demand for bagged avocados, Murrieta, Calif.-based West Pak Avocado has expanded its lineup for the 2025 California season.The added bags are part of the company’s AVO360 program aimed at ensuring a year-round supply of fruit and offer personalized avocado experiences and customer-focused insights for retailers throughout the U.S., according to a news release. Wi...
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