During the Idaho Potato Commission’s November meeting, Mark Duncanson, the director of raw material procurement at Basic American Foods, was sworn in to represent the processor sector of the industry. Brett Jensen of Brett Jensen Farms and Bryan Wada of Wada Farms were appointed chairman and vice chairman, respectively.

This past February Texas was in a deep freeze. The impact is still being felt as the state is now looking at a reduced grapefruit crop. The crop, which usually begins harvest in late September, early October, is now about a month behind. It is not all bad news, however, as some Texas grower-shippers are reporting that the fruit is a little larger than usual.

Tom Lange Co. provides full-circle service to complete the entire production, distribution, and logistics network when it comes to fresh produce.

Along with its Seven Seas and Lange Logistics divisions, the St. Louis, MO-based company strives to supply all sourcing, procurement, and transportation services for its wide array of customers.  

Love beets? So do we! That's why we had to feature this Roasted Beet Dip recipe perfect for fall gatherings from Consalo Family Farms. Enjoy it on it's own or pair it with a cheese board for a delicious dip that's sure to impress your guests!

Roasted Beet Dip

Building on efforts begun several years ago, Avocados from Mexico is continuing to develop promotions to build up sales during the first half of its July to June fiscal year.

“Now is the time for Mexico,” said Alvaro Luque, president and CEO of the U.S.-based promotional arm of the Mexico avocado industry.

The 2021 holiday season will not bring the same level of fear and uncertainty as last year’s, but it may still bring frustration, especially with the supply chain challenges we are all facing. Without a doubt, as consumers we’re feeling the stress of these challenges and as members of the grocery and produce industries, that stress is exacerbated.