This milestone achievement makes Forbel and Peruvian grower Pampa Baja the first Sustainably Grown certified citrus growers worldwide, according to importer Jac. Vandenberg.
According to Stemilt, for the 2023 crop, Goose Ridge will bring 860 acres of apples and around 50,000 bins to Douglas Fruit, which will pack and market the apples under the Stemilt brand.
Ahead of an annual US Department of Agriculture estimate for California walnut production, the outlook is far more positive in 2023, according to the California Walnut Board.
The Avocado Institute highlighted three main topics the industry is focusing on that all work together to protect the environment and enhance biodiversity.