An arctic blast has brought ice, snow and wind to most of the U.S. and freezing temperatures to the Southeast. Wildfires in Los Angeles County, driven by intense Santa Ana winds, have caused intermittent electricity outages at packing facilities and disrupted Los Angeles operations. Toward the end of the month, melons and avocados face supply disruptions.

Underneath the Idaho potato brand’s fun-loving exterior, a wealth of hard data backs up the sassy spud’s enduring consumer appeal. The Idaho Potato Commission’s vaunted number-crunching capabilities can help every retailer maximize produce profits and move more potatoes, said Mark Daniels, Idaho Potato Commission retail promotion director-Southeast/Central.

Fall Creek Farm & Nursery Inc., a leading international blueberry breeding and nursery company, announced a series of leadership transitions designed to drive the company’s next phase of growth and innovation.

Effective immediately, Cort Brazelton will serve as acting president and CEO. The Fall Creek board of directors has initiated a search for a new CEO to lead the company forward. Upon the appointment of a new CEO, Brazelton will transition to a strategic role on the board of directors, focusing on his responsibilities as an engaged shareholder.

Ocean Mist Farms promoted Glen Alameda to the role of chief operating officer. Alameda brings with him a rich heritage and a wealth of experience, rooted in a family legacy of farming that dates back to the company's founding in 1924. As the fourth generation to carry on the vision of this 100-year-old, industry-leading company, Alameda represents a proud tradition.

Economists, mainstream journalists and news commentators, anonymous Republican sources, hopeful Democrat legislators and casual observers are expressing doubt that incoming President Donald Trump will truly impose widespread tariffs on his first day in office as he claims he will.

Alexandra Farms has earned the Florverde Sustainable Flowers certification for the 2024-25 period, recognizing the company’s commitment to high environmental and social standards.