As new crop potato harvests begin in the Pacific Northwest, storage supplies will quickly wind down over the next few days. Some of these supplies are showing their age with air cracks and pressure bruising more prevalent on these final pack outs. These are fairly common problems in the waning storage supplies due to constant contact with the weight of adjacent potatoes in storage.

Washington harvests continue this week with generally good quality; however, the size profile is on the small side in these early harvests as Idaho joins the mix this week. These new crop Norkotah harvests will

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers made a significant discovery earlier this month, intercepting 629 pounds of methamphetamine concealed within a shipment of celery. Officers uncovered 508 packages hidden among the celery with an estimated street value of $755,000.

The incident occurred when CBP officers encountered a 34-year-old man driving a commercial tractor-trailer, seeking entry into the United States from Mexico. The driver, who held a valid border crossing card, was transporting a shipment declared as celery. Following routine procedures, CBP officers directed the driver, the

The National Mango Board and Florida State University  Athletics  announced the renewal of their successful marketing partnership.

Building on one year of collaboration, the two organizations are committed to elevating the game day experience by bringing the joy of fresh mangos to athletes and fans alike.

The National Mango Board will return to Langford Green and Doak Campbell Stadium for another season of mango-themed promotions, expanding its presence at FSU football, baseball and softball games.

For football, the NMB’s presence will activate at the Sept. 2 Boston College game, the Sept

Did you ever wonder where tomatoes actually came from?

They were first discovered in South America and Mexico. The Aztecs were eating them as early as 700 AD. Tomatoes started to be grown in Britain in the 1590s. The first tomatoes were originally yellow-golden in color, and they are technically a fruit. Now there are over 10,000 tomato varieties.

In more recent news, the current tomato market has improved with availability and price.

The supplies out of Mexico are showing a light demand on a steady market. The shipping point out of California is fairly light on most product with grape

7-Eleven Inc. announced a new venture with Plenty Unlimited Inc., an innovative leader in indoor vertical farming, to further its commitment to sustainability through the availability of fresh, sustainably grown produce in 7-Eleven locations throughout California.

This is a significant step for 7-Eleven in providing customers with high-quality, locally grown produce that meets rigorous sustainability standards. Plenty's technology not only creates fresh produce that can be harvested with peak-season flavor year-round but also champions efficiency and environmental stewardship. Its certified

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized more than $5 million worth of methamphetamine disguised and concealed within a shipment of watermelons.

The incident occurred when CBP officers at the Otay Mesa Commercial Facility encountered a 29-year-old man driving a commercial tractor-trailer, seeking entry into the United States from Mexico, hauling a shipment manifested for watermelons. CBP officers referred the driver, the commercial tractor-trailer and its cargo to secondary for further examination.

In the secondary inspection area, the watermelon shipment was offloaded to the