As onion harvest 2021 continues in the Treasure Valley of Idaho-E. Oregon, Baker & Murakami Produce in Ontario, OR, is seeing some reduction in yields and a smaller onion size profile, but demand in mid-September was strong for all colors and in all markets.

According to COO Cameron Skeen, the full effect of this year’s planting and growing season had yet to be determined. “Yields are off, and the size profile is smaller than normal,” Skeen said on Sept. 13.

An in-depth workshop on soil health practices and strategies employed in organic production systems that can build resilience to climate shock has been announced as part of the 2021 Organic Grower Summit presented by Western Growers and OPN educational program, slated for Dec. 1-2 in Monterey, CA.

In conjunction with Mexican government agencies and other stakeholders, U.S.-based Fortune Growers is materially involved in advancing the fate of small- to medium-sized growers in Mexico.

Apples and autumn go hand in hand, and no one knows that better than Keystone Fruit Marketing, a division of Progressive Produce.

In fact, crisp and juicy apples have long been part of Keystone's history. Established in 1977, Keystone got its start marketing local Pennsylvania apples and since then has earned a reputation as a reliable produce industry partner within the apple, sweet onion, peach and watermelon categories.

During Hunger Action Month, Publix is highlighting the many ways the company helps alleviate hunger year-round. According to Feeding America, one in nine Americans face food insecurity, and within Publix’s seven-state operating area, more than 8 million people face hunger every day. As a food retailer, Publix is committed to helping feed those in need in the communities it serves.

With the 2021 onion shipping season fully underway in the Treasure Valley, Idaho Falls-based Eagle Eye Produce said it is seeing pre-COVID movement for its retail onions and ongoing recovery in the foodservice sector.

Director of Business Development Joe Ange said foodservice has made a big comeback since the 2020 lockdown, which is good news for the onion industry.