Southern Roots is the Southeast Produce Council’s leadership program for women in produce with a strong commitment to give back to the community, enriching the lives of women in our industry and beyond. The program’s mission is to cultivate genuine relationships by...
New Study Shows Seafood Waste Less Profound Than Previously Thought
A new study shows seafood food loss and waste in the United States is approximately 22.7%, a drastic decrease from previous estimates of between 43% and 47%. The study, conducted in part by researchers from the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural...
From California To Israel To France, New Wines For PASSOVER 2024 For Every Palate & Pocketbook
Introducing Passover-Approved Wines & Spirits from Across the GlobeThe festival of Passover starts April 22 - 30, an eight-day holiday celebrating the Israelites' Exodus from Egyptian slavery. The most important event in Jewish history is marked by eating a...
Starting A Farming Business? UF/IFAS Hosts Virtual English And Spanish Workshops For Beginners
Florida farming is big business. To make it in today’s competitive market, those new to the industry need a solid business plan and the right marketing tactics to build a business from the ground up. "Agricultural operations, regardless of the size, need a roadmap to...
UF And Swedish Researchers Connect Childhood Microbiome With Development Of Autism, ADHD
A first-of-its-kind study has identified bacteria in the contents of children’s microbiomes that are believed to contribute to the development of neurodevelopmental disorders – years before the children are diagnosed with the disorders. Changes to the microbiome, the...
CPMA Welcomes Government Commitment To National School Food Program
The Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) was thrilled to see the Canadian goverment's announcement that the Federal Budget 2024 will include $1 billion over five years to launch a national school food program for Canada. The program will aim to deliver meals...
Study: OJ’s Still On The Breakfast Table, Despite Higher Prices And Industry Woes
A significant portion of consumers are drawn to Florida’s iconic drink despite recent economic setbacks, a study of the state’s orange juice industry by University of Florida researchers reveals. “There is an intrinsic value that consumers have for Florida orange...
Book Review: This Is What You’re Really Hungry For
Sit back, close your eyes and imagine a large eraser — not the little one on the bottom of a pencil, but a large rectangular pink eraser. Now, imagine that eraser rubbing away everything you’ve ever heard about dieting.
Did you do it? If the answer is yes, now you can begin reading Kim Shapira’s This Is What You’re Really Hungry For.
Sweet Scarlet! Branch Farms Unveils A New Sweet Corn Variety
Developed through meticulous breeding practices through seed developers at the Crookham Company, Sweet Scarlet embodies a fusion of exceptional taste and vibrant red color, promising to elevate the corn-eating experience for consumers.
Apply For The 2024 SEPC Fresh Chefs Scholarship — Deadline May 24, 2024!
Education is one of the key foundations of the SEPC’s mission. The Southeast Produce Council is excited to open the application window for its newest scholarship program - SEPC Fresh Chefs. This innovative program is now open to any fulltime college or secondary...