General Info

The Packer, established in 1893, is a weekly newspaper that offers news, information and market analysis of fruit and vegetable industries throughout the United States. The various sections of the newspaper include market trends, articles, industry events, weather updates, forecasts, handling and distribution, and retail sections. It also has a special interactive section for the readers and editor s section that provides an expert analysis of current market trends. Its Web site offers information on crops, production details, events listings, classifieds and industry links. It is published by the Vance Publishing Corporation and its other publications include Produce Merchandising, The Guide and Fresh Trends. The Parker is located in Lenexa, Kan.