Accusations of alleged potato price-fixing have been filed in U.S. lawsuits that also name Lamb Weston Inc, J.R. Simplot Co and the National Potato Promotion Board.
Three hurricanes and other weather-related events have spurred the U.S. ag secretary Tom Vilsack to announce support programs for fruit and vegetable growers.
The International Fresh Produce Association, through its Foundation for Fresh Produce, and partner Clemson University, will each receive $5 million to develop new packaging and labeling options.
