Strawberries

Bee Vectoring Technologies Officially Secures California License, Entering the Largest Agriculture Market in the US

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Monday, February 1, 2021

Plants, Berries, Organisms, Crops, Rubus, Strawberries, Hybrid fruit, Blueberry, BlackBerry, Almond, Raspberry

"This license is an important milestone for BVT, as it enables us to begin commercial operations in California, the largest agriculture market in the US.

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"This license is an important milestone for BVT, as it enables us to begin commercial operations in California, the largest agriculture market in the US.
Our first objective in California is to secure grower trials in our key crops, including blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries and - for the first time, almonds," said Ian Collinson, Sales Manager of Bee Vectoring Technologies.
California is BVT's largest and most crop-diverse market opportunity in the US, where there are 1.3 million(1) acres of key crops for the Company to target, which includes strawberries, blueberries, caneberries and almonds.
About Bee Vectoring Technologies International Inc.
BVT, an agriculture technology company, is a market disruptor with a significant global market opportunity in the $240 billion crop protection and fertilizer market.

GP Solutions Begins Production of "Better Than Organic" Strawberries

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Tuesday, January 19, 2021

Soil contamination, Biocides, Pesticides, Hybrid fruit, Strawberries, Pesticide, Environmental science, Plants, Herbicide, Physical sciences, Berry

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- GP Solutions, Inc. (OTC:GWPD), developer of GrowPods controlled-environment micro-farms announced it started R&D into growing strawberries, and will soon begin cultivation of the popular fruit.

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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- GP Solutions, Inc. (OTC:GWPD), developer of GrowPods controlled-environment micro-farms announced it started R&D into growing strawberries, and will soon begin cultivation of the popular fruit.
This is a particular advantage when cultivating strawberries, listed by the Environmental Working Group as number one of the Dirty Dozen Pesticide-Laden Foods.
"There is an enormous need for a better tasting and less toxic strawberry," said George Natzic, CEO of GP Solutions.
"That's why we are so proud that we can grow ultra-clean strawberries in our GrowPods without any harmful chemicals, pesticides or herbicides."

Mucci Farms Announces 200-Acre North American Expansion!

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Thursday, October 29, 2020

Plants, Agriculture, Strawberries, Crops, Fragaria, Hybrid fruit, Tomato, Edible plants, Cucumber, Greenhouse, Berry, Mucci

The first year of expansions include bell peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, and their innovative award-winning strawberries that are grown in the largest controlled climate strawberry farm in North America.

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The first year of expansions include bell peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, and their innovative award-winning strawberries that are grown in the largest controlled climate strawberry farm in North America.
"Since we aren't importing from California or Florida, we can maximize sugars by allowing product to be fully ripe before we harvest."
"We have over 300 varieties of various commodities being trialed at any given time," stated Danny Mucci, President of Sales and Marketing.
Growing fresh produce for over 60 years, Mucci Farms is vertically integrated from seed to retail with a global partner network combining for more than 1700-acres of fruit and vegetable greenhouses.

Driscoll’s and Plenty Agree to Grow Strawberries Indoors

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Monday, October 12, 2020

Retail, Technology, Other Technology, Agriculture, Natural Resources, Software, Food, Beverage, Plants, Strawberries, Berry, Fruit, Plant morphology, Driscoll’s, Plenty

Driscolls , the leading consumer brand in fresh berries, and indoor vertical-farming company Plenty Unlimited Inc. , today announced a joint development agreement to grow Driscolls proprietary flavorful strawberries year-round in Plentys vertical indoor farms.

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Driscolls , the leading consumer brand in fresh berries, and indoor vertical-farming company Plenty Unlimited Inc. , today announced a joint development agreement to grow Driscolls proprietary flavorful strawberries year-round in Plentys vertical indoor farms.
Plenty will incorporate Driscolls proprietary genetics and berry expertise into its advanced, indoor farming technology using its plant science expertise.
Through this controlled environment, Plenty can consistently deliver great flavors from Driscolls varieties, while also optimizing for texture and size.
For over 100 years, Driscolls has been innovating in search of the best-tasting berries, said Nate Storey, co-founder and Chief Science Officer of Plenty.

Reiter Affiliated Companies Supports Nonprofits During COVID-19 Pandemic

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Monday, August 10, 2020

Strawberries, Geography of California, Driscoll's, Watsonville, California, Plants, Oxnard, California, Cision, Berry, Philanthropy, RAC Limited, California

OXNARD, Calif., Aug. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --In alignment with their commitment to helping enrich the communities where they operate, Reiter Affiliated Companies (RAC), makes philanthropic donations to local organizations.

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OXNARD, Calif., Aug. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --In alignment with their commitment to helping enrich the communities where they operate, Reiter Affiliated Companies (RAC), makes philanthropic donations to local organizations.
With the COVID-19 pandemic changing many lives in a significant manner, nonprofits across the country are facing increased demand for their services.
To help ease this burden in their local communities, RAC philanthropy committees directed donations to several non-profits throughout California.
To learn more about Reiter Affiliated Companies, please visit: http://www.berry.net
Reiter Affiliated Companies (RAC) is the largest fresh multi-berry producer in the world, growing Driscoll's proprietary varieties of strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries year round in the United States, Baja California, Central Mexico, Portugal, Morocco, Canada and Peru.

Z Natural Foods Announces New Organic Freeze-Dried Berry Blend

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Thursday, August 6, 2020

Plants, Edible plants, Fruit, Berry, Strawberries, Dried fruit, Herbs, Medicinal plants, Açaí palm, Goji, Superfood

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Z Natural Foods released their newest superfood powder; Organic Freeze-Dried Super 8 Berry Blend .

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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Z Natural Foods released their newest superfood powder; Organic Freeze-Dried Super 8 Berry Blend .
This unique blend of super berries contains: Organic Goji Berry, Organic Acai Berry, Organic Maqui Berry, Organic Blueberry, Organic Blackberry, Organic Strawberry, Organic Red Raspberry, and Organic Acerola Cherry.
"This dark berry blend is one of the healthiest foods on earth," reports Pattanaphol "Pop" Tharitimanont, Director of New Product Research & Development for Z Natural Foods.
With over 400 specialty products, Z Natural Foods provides a wide range of natural foods to the biggest wholesalers and retailers in the industry.

New Chief Financial Officer for Reiter Affiliated Companies

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Thursday, November 21, 2019

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OXNARD, Calif., Nov. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Reiter Affiliated Companies (RAC), the largest fresh multi-berry producer, announces the appointment of Kyle Bunstein as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective Friday, September 6, 2019.

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OXNARD, Calif., Nov. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Reiter Affiliated Companies (RAC), the largest fresh multi-berry producer, announces the appointment of Kyle Bunstein as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective Friday, September 6, 2019.
Equipped with a strong financial and business acumen, Bunstein most recently served as the Vice President, Treasurer for RAC, leading an international team of colleagues.
"Apart from Kyle's financial and business strengths, he has demonstrated a deep commitment to our core values and culture, volunteering his time on the local Oxnard Philanthropy Committee, and serving on the Board of Directors for the Boys and Girls Club of Oxnard and Port Hueneme," said Hector Lujan, Chief Executive Officer of Reiter Affiliated Companies.
To learn more about Reiter Affiliated Companies, please visit: http://www.berry.net
Reiter Affiliated Companies (RAC) is the largest fresh multi-berry producer in the world, growing Driscoll's proprietary varieties of strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries year-round in the United States, Canada, Baja California, Central Mexico, Portugal, Morocco, Canada and Peru.

Driscoll's Sends Rosé Lovers into the Produce Aisle This Summer

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Wednesday, June 12, 2019

Strawberries, Plants, Driscoll's, Watsonville, California, Fruit, Berry, Plant morphology

WATSONVILLE, Calif., June 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Driscoll's is proving that there is more than one way to enjoy ros season this summer.

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WATSONVILLE, Calif., June 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Driscoll's is proving that there is more than one way to enjoy ros season this summer.
Beginning today, consumers will discover two new high-flavor berry offerings from the leading brand of fresh, delicious berries.
Available in both strawberry and raspberry varieties, Ros Berries get their beautiful light-pink hue from the non-GMO breeding methods used by Driscoll's Joy Makers.
Ros Strawberries have a smooth, silky, creamy texture that delivers a sweet, peachy flavor paired with a soft floral finish.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Novel Strawberry Slicer (PND-4942)

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Tuesday, December 4, 2018

Crops, Fragaria, Hybrid fruit, Strawberries, Knife, Agronomy, Food and drink, Edible plants

PITTSBURGH, Dec. 4, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --An inventor from Hammonton, N.J., has developed the STRAWBERRY KNIFE, a kitchen gadget that eases the task of cutting strawberries into smaller pieces.

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PITTSBURGH, Dec. 4, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --An inventor from Hammonton, N.J., has developed the STRAWBERRY KNIFE, a kitchen gadget that eases the task of cutting strawberries into smaller pieces.
My gadget will ease the task of slicing strawberries," said the inventor.
The STRAWBERRY KNIFE provides a faster and more efficient method of slicing strawberries.
The original design was submitted to the Philadelphia office of InventHelp.