Produce Processing

20/02/2024

Specialty potato brand unveils new mesh packaging:

RPE specialty potato brand Tasteful Selections has unveiled a new 3-pound mesh pillow pack for its Honey Gold, Ruby Sensation and Sunburst Blend varieties.

16/02/2024

Happy Friday! Our latest January/February digital issue just released⭐

In this issue, we highlight new technology making nut sorting more efficient. Premier Tech’s PRAIRIE SCP-2100 robotic nut sorting machine drew quite the crowd at the Almond Conference in Sacramento, California, Dec. 5-7. The artificial intelligence assisted machine, which can process up to 5,000 pounds per hour, removes defects from nuts including almonds and pecans, and sorts the product into multiple streams. Learn more about it and other news including:

⭐ TOMRA Food has launched two new AI-powered sorting and grading solutions that leverage deep learning to improve grading and sorting. “These machines are just the start of a revolution, which will make the production of fresh and processed foods more efficient and profitable,” says James French, Head of Innovation at TOMRA Food.

⭐Companies like Pacific Coast Producers are focusing on more sustainable production

⭐Postharvest fruit research at UGA focuses on reducing waste

Stay on top of your produce game and read now!
https://www.nxtbook.com/greatamericanmediaservices/PRO/january-february-2024/index.php #/p/1

16/02/2024

USDA long-term report forecasts slowed growth in US vegetable production:

U.S. production of vegetables and pulse crops is projected to grow just 4% from 2022 to 2033, according to the USDA’s recently released long-term outlook report.

13/02/2024

Labeling technology from MultiVAC to take stage at food and beverage trade fair: https://produceprocessing.net/news/multivac-labeling-technology-to-take-stage-at-anuga-foodtec/

08/02/2024

USDA forecasts $40 billion drop in net farm income in 2024:

The USDA’s 2024 Farm Income Forecast predicts a $40 billion drop in net farm income in calendar year 2024, the second consecutive year of a projected dip.

29/01/2024

Red-shelled pineapple from Del Monte Fresh Produce to debut in China:

A red-shelled pineapple more than 15 years in the making is being unveiled by Fresh Del Monte Produce. The Rubyglow pineapple is grown in Costa Rica.

29/01/2024

Stretch wrapping equipment manufacturer Orion names new West Coast regional sales manager:

Stretch wrapping equipment manufacturer Orion has named a new West Coast regional sales manager. Darrin Snarr has 15 years of experience in packaging sales.

23/01/2024

Driscoll's names industry veteran new President of the Americas:

Zespri CEO Dan Mathieson is leaving the produce marketer to become Driscoll’s new President of the Americas

17/01/2024

Calavo Growers exploring sale of Fresh Cut Business to New Jersey distributor:

Lee E. Cole, who served as Calavo’s president and CEO from 1999 until retiring in January 2020, returns to lead the company for three years.

16/01/2024

New alliance to address pending food packaging regulations:

The Alliance for Sustainable Packaging for Foods has been formed to help achieve environmental sustainability goals in food packaging without compromising on food safety

12/01/2024

California citrus grower Kings River Packing joins ReposiTrak's Traceability Network:

Kings River Packing has joined ReposiTrak’s Traceability Network ahead of the January 2026 deadline for compliance with the Food and Drug Administration’s Food Traceability Final Rule

10/01/2024

International Fresh Produce Association issues call to action to help preserve WIC fruit and vegetable benefits:

The International Fresh Produce Association is calling on its members to act to protect the fruit and vegetable benefit in USDA’s WIC program

18/12/2023

New partnership aims to help small farmers in South Carolina achieve GAP certification:

A new partnership is helping South Carolina farmers achieve Good Agricultural Practices certification

05/12/2023

Tests of new Kronen machines washing machine yield positive results for fresh-cut lettuce:

A year-long research project involving Kronen’s newly developed HEWA washing machine has yielded positive results in an industrial setting for fresh-cut lettuce

05/12/2023

05/12/2023

Find us at GLEXPO Dec. 5-7 at booths 831 and 833. Chat with our team and receive the latest September/October issue.

04/12/2023

Lights, camera, EXPO! 📸✨ has arrived, and we can't wait to share the buzz. Stop by booths #831 and #833 from December 5-7 to meet our team and say hello. 🌐👋

04/12/2023

Join our editorial director, Debbie Eisele, Kelly Liberator of AgBiome and Sara M. Villani, PhD. of NC State University tomorrow morning on the Valent Trade Show stage for coffee, pastries and an engaging discussion on women in agriculture.

04/12/2023

And we’re off! The Farm Market Bus Tour has begun. Connect with fellow farm marketers, explore innovative strategies, and engage in lively discussions moderated by MSU Extension educators. Learn and network before the Great Lakes Fruit, Vegetable & Farm Market EXPO tomorrow!

01/12/2023

Just released: the latest digital Nov/Dec issue⭐

In this issue, we explore the fresh and innovative collaboration between Draft Brewing Co. and local producers. Learn more about the partnership and other news including:

-Wiliot’s award-winning labeling technology poised to reshape produce industry

-Ready-to-eat market driving apple technology innovation

-Upgrades revolutionizing cherry grading and packing

Read now!
https://www.nxtbook.com/greatamericanmediaservices/PRO/november-december-2023/index.php

21/11/2023

Former CEO of California artichoke grower Ocean Mist Farms dies:

08/11/2023

Del Monte Fresh Produce partnership introducing reusable plastic containers for bananas:

Fresh Del Monte Produce is partnering with Arena Packaging to introduce Reusable Plastic Containers for bananas.

02/11/2023

TOMRA Food nets international award for accuracy of grading and sorting solutions:

TOMRA Food’s food sorting and grading solutions have won international recognition for the accuracy of their foreign material identification. The company received an International FoodTec award.

31/10/2023

Braga Fresh Family Farms, Agrology recognized by International Fresh Produce Association for innovation soil monitoring partnership:

Agrology and Braga Fresh are joint recipients of the annual Science & Technology Circle of Excellence Award presented by the International Fresh Produce Association.

25/10/2023

Process Expo kicks off 2023 event with news of rebranding:

Global food equipment and technology show Process Expo has kicked off in Chicago, with organizers unveiling new branding for the event and 2023 innovation award winners announced

18/10/2023

TOMRA Food debuts new, AI-powered sorting and grading solutions at International Fresh Produce Association show:

TOMRA Food debuted two new sorting and grading solutions, each featuring increased roles for artificial intelligence, at the IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show.

10/10/2023

Familiar face to take helm as Driscoll's CEO in January:

Driscoll’s has selected a familiar face as its new CEO. Soren Bjorn, currently president of Driscoll’s of the Americas, will assume his new role in January 2024.

05/10/2023

TOMRA Food renews sales partnership with Van Doren Sales:

TOMRA Food has renewed its partnership with Van Doren Sales. Under the agreement, Van Doren Sales remains the primary provider of sales and service opportunities related to fresh market fruit production in the Pacific Northwest.

02/10/2023

New Washington facility now open for processing of Arctic Apples:

British Columbia-based Okanagan Specialty Fruits has opened its new apple processing facility on 42.5 acres in Moses Lake, Washington.

29/09/2023

Just released: the latest digital Sept/Oct issue⭐

In this issue, managing editor Melinda Waldrop highlights TOMRA Food's 5B optical sorting machine that helped Mccall Farms Inc in Effingham, South Carolina., increase the quality of its product while reducing reliance on manual labor. Plus, read about:

- Dandy Fresh Fruits and Vegetables focusing on future with recycling goals
-Tips to reduce food waste during processing
-The best plan for proper cleaning and sanitation

Stay on top of your produce game and read now!
https://www.nxtbook.com/greatamericanmediaservices/PRO/september-october-2023/index.php #/p/1