The high-pressure system over the southwestern desert regions will begin to move east today, following days of record to near-record high temperatures across the region.

Quality in the desert regions continues to be a challenge in the recent hot temperatures as the season winds down. Insect pressure continues to rise along with heat-related problems. Leaf and lettuce fields will see an increase in fringe/tip burn, internal burn, twist, ribby/irregular shape and seeders, while also contributing to weaker, dehydrated texture and lesser overall shelf life. 

These late-season supplies will

Plenty Unlimited Inc., an innovative agricultural technology company with a unique indoor vertical farming platform, has filed voluntary petitions under chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code to restructure its liabilities, streamline operations and focus its go-forward operations.

The company will continue to operate its Richmond, VA, vertical strawberry farm and Laramie, WY, plant science research and development facility throughout the restructuring process. The company has also received a commitment for debtor-in-possession (DIP) financing of $20.7 million. Plenty has filed a motion seeking

Natural Delights announced the promotion of Natalia Dentoni to senior brand manager, alongside expanded roles for Shayna Telesmanic, Mauro Santelli and Bridgette Weber. These leadership advancements reflect the company’s focus on strengthening its team and driving growth in key markets.

Dentoni, who joined Natural Delights in 2021 as digital marketing manager, has played a key role in driving the company’s recent marketing success. In her new role as senior brand manager, Dentoni will oversee a broad range of consumer-facing content, including email campaigns, social media and the company’s

The fallout from Kroger's failed merger with Albertsons continues as Kroger has now filed counterclaims against Albertsons. 

The proposed merger, first announced back in October of 2022, was blocked in December 2024. In addition to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission, eight states challenged the $24.6 billion merger. Albertsons terminated its agreement with Kroger Dec. 11, the day after courts issued injunctions.

Albertsons filed a lawsuit against Kroger in December, bringing claims for willful breach of contract and breach of the covenant of good faith and fair dealing arising from Kroger’s

Forage announces a key partnership with Southeastern Grocers that will transform grocery access for SNAP EBT recipients in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana and Mississippi. SNAP beneficiaries can now use their benefits to order groceries for delivery from neighborhood Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie locations through DoorDash.

This partnership offers convenience and flexibility for SNAP recipients, while also enhancing accessibility for those with disabilities, caregivers with limited time to shop and families in food deserts with limited transportation options to provide a lifeline

Members of the 2025 Eastern Produce Council Leadership Class viewed the complexity of the supply chain first-hand during a tour of the Philadelphia Wholesale Produce Market and Holt Logistics on March 18. “The wholesale market and the port represent critical links in the supply chain,” said Susan McAleavey Sarlund, EPC executive director. “For those in our Leadership Program, these are essential operations to experience.”

The immersive day began at the Philly wholesale market with a presentation by PWPM’s Marketing Coordinator Christine Hofmann on the market’s development and role in the