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1. Homegrown Organic Farms Earns First EFI Certification
Homegrown Organic Farms is pleased to announce its certification from Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) for its California grown, organic stone fruit – the first stone fruit operation ever to be EFI certified. This certification demonstrates Homegrown Organic Farms’ dedication to the improved lives of its direct employees and all those associated with their organization. Read More
2. Historic $10 Million for California Stewardship
The Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) in California has received a historic $10 million to help farmers, ranchers and forestland managers enhance their levels of stewardship and receive payments for doing so. The 2020 application deadline is June 12, 2020. Learn More
3. West Pak Avocado Expands, Refines, and Automates Facilities
To ensure that all operations remain up to date with current technology and to address any precautionary measures in light of COVID-19, West Pak Avocado has made recent strides to expand the capabilities of its various facilities. “Continuous improvement through innovation and integrated systems are core to operating safely, efficiently, and within safe increases in anticipated volume here at West Pak,” explained West Pak Avocado Vice President of Operations Trevor Newhouse. Read More
4. Organic Produce Market to Generate Revenues of Over $30 Billion
A report published by Infinium Global Research estimated the market for organic fruits and vegetables to be USD 19.16 billion and will reach up to USD 30 billion in 2026, with a Compound Annual Growth Rate of 6.5%, over the forecast period (2020-2026). Read More
5. Taste the Tropics with Piñata Apples from Stemilt
Stemilt is ready to help retailers rock their apple category by providing high quality, flavorful Pinata® apples for the summer season. Stemilt’s senior marketing manager, Brianna Shales, believes Piñata® apples are exactly what consumers need who want to eat healthier, cook more at home or those who want to snack on an apple with excellent quality and flavor. Read More
