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USDA files action against AZ firm for alleged PACA violations

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has filed an administrative complaint against Real Value Sales Inc. for alleged violations of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA).

USDA cites PA tomato distributor for PACA violations

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on Northeast Tomato Distributors Inc., Hanover Township, Pa., for violating the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA).

USDA restricts PACA violators in NY, NC, and WA

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on three produce businesses for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce they purchased and failing to pay reparation awards issued under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA).

Family and friends reflect on the life of Al Vangelos

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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of a produce industry icon - Allen (Al) James Vangelos.

Lime prices spiking after tropical storm in Mexico

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Residual rains from Tropical Storm Francine will further drive up lime pricing in Veracruz, Mexico. Markon First Crop (MFC) and Markon Essentials (ESS) Limes are available.

USDA files PACA action against New York importer

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USDA has filed an administrative complaint against Marchella of NY Inc. for alleged violations of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA).

USDA charges Georgia firm for alleged PACA violations

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USDA has filed an administrative complaint against Sunbelt Produce Distributors Inc. for alleged violations of the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA).

Tanimura & Antle celebrates 15 years of Artisan lettuce

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Tanimura & Antle proudly marks the 15th anniversary of its revolutionary Tanimura & Antle Artisan Lettuce, a product that has redefined the lettuce category with its exceptional taste, texture, and proprietary packaging attributes.

2024 Taste of Markon fundraiser aims to surpass $30,000 raised for culinary academy

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Markon Cooperative’s annual fundraiser, The Taste of Markon, is set to take place on Friday, October 4, 2024. This highly anticipated event supports Rancho Cielo in Salinas, California.

August inflation cools to 2.5%, while produce inflation drops year-over-year

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The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.2 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis, the same increase as in July, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 2.5 percent before seasonal adjustment.