Behemoths PepsiCo and Walmart recently announced a seven-year collaboration pledging $120 million to support U.S. and Canadian farmers in their pursuit to improve soil health and water quality.
The organization, California Leafy Green Marketing Agreement, has started a two-year study to collect and analyze pathogen test data for romaine lettuce. The aggregated data will include both pre-harvest and post-harvest testing.
Costs of producing fresh fruits and vegetables have increased by double digits all over the world. The increases were led by fertilizer, construction, fuel, shipping, and electricity.
The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council published a special audio report on May 31, offering analysis of crop harvests and development in key growing areas.
