Jill Dutton

2 months ago | cityfarmer.info | Jill Dutton |Michael Levenston

A Kansas City couple’s dream was flourishing, then came the reality of balancing urban ag and city codes. By Jill DuttonThe PackerFebruary 11, 2025Excerpt:Progressive plans in mind, the couple acquired 13.5 acres in 2010 without fencing, housing or utilities. From that raw canvas, they constructed a biologically diverse farmstead at 5500 Bennington Ave.

2 months ago | thepacker.com | Jennifer Strailey |Tom Burfield |Christina Herrick |Jill Dutton

The California Avocado Commission says its projected harvest for the state is the largest crop estimate for locally grown fruit since 2020. In its latest update for the 2025 California avocado crop, the commission estimated the harvest to be in the range of 375 million pounds. The commission said it will launch the latest evolution of its “What’s Inside a California Avocado” campaign through advertising and social media this spring.

2 months ago | thepacker.com | Jennifer Strailey |Tom Burfield |Christina Herrick |Jill Dutton

U.S. retail sales of potatoes remained strong from January to December 2024, as volume sales increased 3.1%, and dollar sales rose 0.7% to $18.2 billion, according to a report from Potatoes USA featuring retailer figures compiled by Circana. All categories of potatoes increased in volume sales, according to a news release. While overall volume sales for fresh potatoes increased, dollar sales declined 4.9% and were mixed across categories as consumer prices fell, Potatoes USA said.

2 months ago | thepacker.com | Jennifer Strailey |Tom Burfield |Christina Herrick |Jill Dutton

Bonsai Robotics Inc., a developer of physical artificial-intelligence solutions for agriculture applications, says it raised $15 million in Series A funding. The new funding will enable Bonsai to continue enhancing its software capabilities, expanding its physical AI platform and data set, driving additional original equipment manufacturers partnerships and accelerating commercialization efforts, according to a news release.

2 months ago | thepacker.com | Jennifer Strailey |Tom Burfield |Christina Herrick |Jill Dutton

Sprouts Farmers Market says it plans for significant expansion in 2025, with a focus on Florida. This strategic growth will bring more than seven new stores to the state, reinforcing Sprouts’ commitment to providing fresh and healthy food options to communities across the state, according to a news release. The company said the new locations will offer Sprouts’ selection of fresh and organic produce, responsibly sourced meat and seafood and an assortment of innovative and better-for-you products.