U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility intercepted $7.77 million in methamphetamine concealed within a shipment manifested as Persian limes. After physically inspecting the shipment, officers extracted 357 packages of alleged methamphetamine weighing 869.72 pounds concealed within the trailer.

“Our CBP officers continue to remain vigilant and used all available tools and resources to intercept this load of methamphetamine,” said Port Director Carlos Rodriguez, Hidalgo/Pharr/Anzalduas port of entry.

As part of its continued commitment to growth, sustainability and excellence, Pete Pappas & Sons has kicked off 2025 with a series of strategic hires and promotions designed to enhance operations, strengthen customer relationships and ensure ongoing success.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture alleged that VIP Marketing Inc. failed to make full payment promptly in the total amount of $408,983 to three sellers for multiple lots of produce in violation of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act. After the complaint was filed, USDA and VIP Marketing Inc. entered into a Consent Decision and Order wherein VIP Marketing Inc. agreed to pay the unpaid produce sellers and to pay a civil penalty in the amount of $40,000.

In partnership with Kroger, Foodshed.io has worked to launch the Georgia Sunnies citrus brand.

The Canadian Produce Marketing Association’s annual trade show is Canada’s largest event dedicated to the fresh fruit and vegetable industry. This year’s show marks CPMA’s 100th anniversary and will take place April 8-10 at the Palais des Congrès in Montreal, featuring 690 booths representing more than 300 companies from around the world, including major growers, importers and exporters.

In Bloom, Texas International Produce Association’s Women in Produce, announced its first annual awards program celebrating women in the produce industry. The awards will be presented at the inaugural ceremony, In Bloom: TIPA Women Honoring Their Own on Feb. 27 in McAllen, TX.

Nominations are now open for two prestigious awards, in addition to a posthumous award that has already been selected by the committee: